Linux System Software Engineer
TaaraSunnyvale, California, United States
Posted June 24, 2025
160000 - 210000 USD year
Full Time
About the Company
Taara is a cutting‑edge communications firm that expands global network infrastructure by delivering high‑speed connectivity through beams of light. Leveraging advanced optical wireless and free‑space optical communication (FSOC) technologies, the company provides broadband and photonics solutions that enable reliable, high‑capacity links across diverse environments. Taara’s core focus is to democratize internet access, offering scalable, low‑latency connectivity that supports the vision of Internet for All. Originating from X, Google’s moonshot factory, Taara combines deep technical expertise with a bold, mission‑driven culture to pioneer next‑generation optical networks.
Job Description
Taara is looking to hire a Linux System Software Engineer to build the next generation operating system for wireless broadband networks. The ideal candidate will have strong experience developing system-level software in a Linux environment and will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining system-level software applications for IoT/network devices.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Networking, Electrical Engineering, or a related field
- 5+ years of experience in developing applications in Linux-based operating systems with relevant background in telecommunication/ISP/networking industries
- Strong programming skills in Golang, Python and C/C++, for both development and unit/regression testing
- Experience with streaming/monitoring standards/strategies (gNMI, gRPC, OpenTelemetry, SNMP etc) for service-provider networks
- Experience in multi-threaded programming techniques, state-machine and event-driven programming
- Strong understanding of data structures and algorithms
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Ability to work in the Sunnyvale office at least 3 days per week
Benefits
- bonus
- equity
- benefits
