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TekWissen ®

Linux Kernel Developer

On site

Markham, Canada

$ 55 /hour

Mid level

Freelance

07-01-2026

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Skills

Communication Problem-solving Effective Communication Architecture Linux Machine Learning Programming Oral and Written Communication C++ c++ programming Flash

Job Specifications

Position: Linux Kernel Developer

Location: Markham, ON L3T 7X6

Duration: 12 Months

Job Type: Temporary Assignment

Work Type: Onsite

Payrate:$ 55.00 - 55.00/hr.

Overview:

TekWissen is a global workforce management provider headquartered in Ann Arbor, Michigan that offers strategic talent solutions to our clients world-wide. This Client is an American multinational semiconductor company based in Santa Clara, California, that develops computer processors and related technologies for business and consumer markets. global company that specializes in manufacturing semiconductor devices used in computer processing. The company also produces flash memories, graphics processors, motherboard chip sets, and a variety of components used in consumer electronics goods.

Job Description:

The Role:

Our team works on the ROCm Platform an open-source HPC/Hyperscale-class platform for GPU computing. We are looking for an experienced software engineer to develop, maintain, and support ROCm.

The Person:

The successful candidate will utilize their knowledge of machine learning and driver development to be a key contributor to the ongoing development of client drivers and future hardware.
The ideal candidate will use outstanding cross-component, independent problem-solving skills, and work with other Compute / Machine Learning teams at client.
They will thrive in a dynamic environment, be a strong teammate with proven initiative who is passionate about developing leading-edge products.

Key Responsibilities:

GPU driver development in support of Machine Learning and Data Centre applications
Contributes to software projects of significant technical importance
Solves sophisticated non-recurring problems that leads to development and implementation
Debug, analyze and resolve quality and certification issues as reported by Customers and QA
Write detailed design notes for new features
Coordinate closely with peers and colleagues to ensure timely and effective communication of all assigned work activities
Coordinate with developers in the open source development community

Preferred Experience:

Proficient in C and C++ programming
Excellent debugging and trouble-shooting skills
Linux kernel development experience, either core kernel development or device driver development.
PC architecture knowledge
Strong oral and written communication skills
Familiarity with compute, graphics, or multimedia GPU application development
Proven track record of contributions to open source projects

Top skills:

C and C++ programming
Excellent debugging and trouble-shooting skills
Linux kernel development experience, either core kernel development or device driver development.

Academic Credentials:

Bachelor's degree with 5-7 years or Masters with 3-5 years of proven experience

TekWissen® Group is an equal opportunity employer supporting workforce diversity.

About the Company

Welcome TekWissen, your premier partner in technology consulting, workforce solutions, payroll services, procurement, managed services, global capability centers, and venture capital support, specifically tailored for startups in the human capital sector. Our world-class team is dedicated to serving clients worldwide, leveraging over 15 years of industry experience and a robust presence in over seven countries ((USA, UK, Canada, India, Australia, Portugal and UAE)). At the forefront of the fourth industrial revolution, our l... Know more