Linux Platform Engineer
CLEAR (clearme.com)New York, New York, United States
Posted November 26, 2025
150000 - 185000 USD year
Full Time
About the Company
CLEAR's mission is to create frictionless experiences where every day has that feeling.
Job Description
CLEAR is looking for a Platform Engineer to join its Hardware Operations and Platform Engineering team. The role involves architecting and maintaining the software layer that keeps thousands of Linux-based kiosks online, healthy, and self-healing.
Requirements
- 3+ years of hands-on experience administering embedded Linux systems
- Strong proficiency in Python for system automation, service orchestration, and hardware communication
- Familiarity with A/B update mechanisms (RAUC, Mender, SWUpdate, or custom partition-switching logic)
- Experienced in serial communications (UART, RS-232, USB-serial) and SDK-based hardware integration
- Deep knowledge of service dependencies, timers, and watchdog configuration
- Familiarity with network observability and remote device management at fleet scale
Benefits
- Comprehensive healthcare plans
- Family building benefits (fertility and adoption/surrogacy support)
- Flexible time off
- Free OneMedical memberships for you and your dependents
- 401(k) retirement plan with employer match
