linux jobs in San Diego

Lead Qualcomm's GenAI transformation for embedded and software engineering, building reusable AI agents, agentic workflows, and developer productivity tools that scale across teams. Partner with platform and engineering teams to establish secure AI practices, governance models, and metrics while serving as a technical thought leader who shapes the organization's transition to AI-native engineering workflows.…See more Requires Principal-level technical leadership with deep expertise in generative AI, LLM-based systems, and hands-on experience deploying GenAI solutions in complex engineering environments. Collaborate on code generation, code review, test automation, and release readiness use cases while driving measurable productivity and quality improvements.

Develop software for the Qualcomm AI Stack SDKs (QAIRT and Genie) to enable execution of generative AI models and large language models on Snapdragon platforms. You will validate, optimize, and debug machine learning inference solutions, collaborating with cross-functional teams on feature development, performance analysis, and system reliability.…See more The role requires expertise in machine learning frameworks, embedded systems optimization, programming languages like Python or C++, and low-level OS/hardware interactions.

Qualcomm seeks an embedded software engineer to design and develop core software frameworks across the Snapdragon processor stack, with focus on AI/ML acceleration, inter-processor communication, memory management, and DSP optimization. You will work on low-level system software powering machine learning inference, computer vision, multimedia, automotive, and IoT applications.…See more The role requires strong C/C++ skills, deep understanding of operating systems, RTOS, multicore architectures, and performance optimization techniques across Linux, Android, and Windows platforms.

Design, build, and maintain real-time data ingestion pipelines that reliably stream data from diverse sources into a production data platform. You will ensure data quality, observability, and scalability while monitoring pipeline health, building resilient systems with proper error handling and backpressure strategies, and automating monitoring and alerting for timeliness and data issues.…See more Partner with data engineers, platform engineers, and analytics teams to configure pipelines for reliability, perform root cause analysis on outages, and work with security teams on encryption and data governance. Proficiency required in Python and bash scripting, plus hands-on experience with tools like Kafka, NiFi, Flink, Spark, Snowflake, Grafana, and Prometheus.

Design and implement security strategies for Abbott's cloud-based applications and medical devices, including hardening, incident response, penetration testing, and disaster recovery. Apply expertise in user authentication, certificate management, digital signatures, and cloud security architecture while ensuring compliance with ISO, FDA, and regulatory standards.…See more Leverage AI-assisted development tools and cybersecurity platforms to automate vulnerability analysis, evidence collection, and remediation tracking. Conduct hands-on web, mobile, and cloud infrastructure security testing using DAST, SAST, SCA, and vulnerability scanning tools, with demonstrated experience in product security and medical device environments preferred.

SAIC seeks a Network Engineer to provide break/fix IT support and cybersecurity patching for U.S. Navy afloat networks in a hybrid role based in San Diego, with frequent onsite work aboard Navy ships.…See more The role involves troubleshooting LAN and server issues, performing root-cause analysis, administering Cisco switches/routers and Windows/Linux systems, and delivering technical briefs. Required qualifications include 1+ years supporting military networks, current DoD IAT Level II certification (CompTIA Security+), active Secret clearance, and ability to obtain TS/SCI. Desired experience includes enterprise wireless technologies, next-generation firewalls, zero-trust architectures, and familiarity with Navy-specific systems like CANES, CENTRIXS, and VIXS.

Design, build, and operate an enterprise Kubernetes platform at scale across Qualcomm, establishing organizational standards for cluster operations, GitOps workflows with Argo CD, and security policies using Kyverno and Cilium. Own platform reliability, observability (Datadog, Prometheus/Grafana), and cost efficiency while serving as technical authority for security governance and multi-cloud strategy.…See more Lead cross-organizational teams without direct authority, mentor staff engineers, drive technology evaluation across the CNCF landscape, and participate in on-call incident response including 24/7 coverage.

Senior Systems Engineer to architect, design, and maintain SolarWinds Orion Platform monitoring infrastructure supporting national defense missions at enterprise scale. The role requires 5+ years designing datacenter monitoring and automation solutions, 3+ years hands-on SolarWinds Orion experience, and 5+ years managing Windows Server infrastructure.…See more Responsibilities include integrating SolarWinds with Splunk, VMware, Windows Server, and Linux; troubleshooting performance issues; developing technical documentation; and serving as the SolarWinds subject-matter expert. On-site collaboration with government stakeholders required minimum 2 days/week in San Diego with occasional OCONUS travel.

Senior systems engineer to architect, design, implement, and maintain SolarWinds Orion Platform components (NPM, SAM, NCM, SRM, IPAM, WPM, NTA, VMAN) supporting US Navy infrastructure. Role requires 5+ years designing enterprise datacenter monitoring and automation solutions, 3+ years hands-on SolarWinds experience, and 5+ years Windows Server infrastructure management.…See more Responsibilities include integrating SolarWinds with Splunk, VMware, and cloud platforms; troubleshooting performance issues; developing technical documentation and SOPs; training operations teams; and serving as SolarWinds subject-matter expert. Position requires active Secret-level clearance, IAT Level II certification, on-site collaboration minimum 2 days/week, and potential OCONUS travel.

Network Systems Engineer responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining enterprise network infrastructure including routing, firewalls, wireless, and security solutions. The role requires 10+ years of network engineering experience and involves configuring HPE Aruba and Palo Alto systems, managing routing protocols (OSPF, BGP), implementing NAC and Zero-Trust architectures, and collaborating with cloud engineering teams and customer stakeholders.…See more Must hold an active Secret clearance and one of six specified security certifications (Security+, CySA+, CCNA Security, GICSP, GSEC, or SSCP).

Design, build, and maintain real-time data ingestion pipelines that reliably stream data from multiple sources into a centralized data platform. You will ensure data quality, observability, and low-latency delivery while collaborating with data engineers, platform engineers, and analytics teams.…See more Responsibilities include building resilient pipelines with error handling, automating monitoring and alerting for data issues, performing root cause analysis on outages, and partnering with security teams on encryption and data governance. You must demonstrate proficiency in Python and bash scripting, familiarity with tools like Kafka, NiFi, Spark Streaming, Snowflake, and Elasticsearch, and 3+ years of experience in data engineering or DevOps roles supporting production pipelines.

Senior full-stack engineer responsible for end-to-end feature ownership spanning Django backend and React frontend. Design, build, and maintain Python/Django code and RESTful APIs, develop React components from UI/UX prototypes, manage PostgreSQL schemas, and ensure performance across the stack.…See more Work within containerized OCI-based workflows (Podman, Buildah, Skopeo) in Linux environments, write clean documented code, and participate in peer reviews.

Design and develop security strategies for Abbott's cloud-based medical devices and applications, including hardening, incident response, penetration testing, and disaster recovery. Apply expertise in user authentication, certificate management, digital signatures, and cloud security architecture while ensuring compliance with ISO, FDA, and regulatory standards.…See more Conduct web, mobile, and cloud infrastructure security testing using DAST, SAST, SCA, and vulnerability scanning tools. Leverage AI-assisted development and cybersecurity tools—including building agentic AI applications—to automate security deliverables, with responsibility for evaluating AI tools for safe, policy-compliant use and mitigating AI/LLM-specific risks.

As Full Stack Engineer at Nucleus Biologics, you will develop and maintain software tools for scientists and manufacturing teams. Responsibilities include managing AWS infrastructure (EC2, RDS), maintaining Docker containers and Nginx, handling PostgreSQL schema and migrations, developing Python backends with FastAPI/Django/Flask, building React/TypeScript frontends, and resolving customer and internal issues.…See more You need strong production experience across the full stack: Python with modern web frameworks, React with current data-fetching patterns, PostgreSQL administration, and hands-on DevOps with Docker, Linux, and AWS.

Staff Product Manager role owning the global ADAS/Autonomous Driving and Infotainment software product roadmap for Qualcomm's SoC platforms. Responsible for defining product strategy from conception through end-of-life, analyzing business opportunities, driving execution, and leading customer engagements.…See more Requires deep expertise in ADAS/AD software development, platform software (Linux, QNX, BSP), embedded software, middleware, automotive SW development, functional safety, and image/video processing. Will lead engineering discussions at principal-engineer level on BSP, drivers, OS, RTOS, AUTOSAR, ADAS middleware, IVI solutions, AI/ML processing, and functional safety standards, while managing cross-functional stakeholders across product management, engineering, business development, marketing, finance, and sales.

Lead a systems engineering team responsible for avionics integration, verification, and validation activities for satellite communication systems. Direct technical problem-solving during integration phases, oversee certification and compliance (DO-160 frameworks), manage system architecture decisions across hardware and software, and ensure airworthiness of deployed solutions.…See more Manage team budget, conduct performance reviews, and serve as technical spokesperson to internal/external stakeholders. Required skills include 7+ years in avionics/aerospace systems engineering with hands-on experience in embedded Linux/Windows, avionics I/O interfaces (ARINC 429, CAN, Ethernet), IVV tooling (git, Jira, bash, Python), and lab test equipment.

Director/Principal Engineer leading all technical aspects of automotive software programs with OEM customers, including Cockpit (IVI) and ADAS initiatives. Responsibilities span technical leadership of SoC, platform software, tools, and system integration; program execution across concept through SOP and maintenance phases; and serving as the primary technical liaison between customer engineering executives and Qualcomm's internal teams.…See more The role requires coordinating cross-functional engineering workstreams (hardware, software, systems, safety, security, tools, test), driving resolution of critical technical issues, and translating customer needs into platform requirements and solutions.

Sr. Staff Software Engineer to design, develop, and optimize embedded software systems for secure government platforms, with emphasis on bootloader-to-application layers.…See more Role requires strong C/C++ and embedded systems expertise (6+ years), experience with platforms like Android, Linux, QNX, and RTOS, and ability to debug complex issues across the full software stack. Responsibilities include system integration, technical documentation, collaboration with test/systems teams, and direct customer engagement at technical exchange meetings. Ideal candidate has deep knowledge of subsystems like modem, BSP, networking, compute/AI, multimedia, or platform security.

Design, implement, and commercialize middleware/driver modules for multimedia on Qualcomm multi-processor chipsets across Windows, Linux, and Android platforms. Work on user and kernel mode software for video compression, playback, streaming, and imaging applications while optimizing for performance, latency, power, and stability.…See more Collaborate with systems engineering, test groups, and partners like Microsoft and Google across multiple sites. Requires 1–5 years of embedded software development, strong C/C++ skills, video compression standards knowledge (H.264, H.265, AV1), and expertise in embedded real-time OS debugging and ARM SoC development.

Design, deploy, and maintain enterprise Windows Server infrastructure with expertise in Active Directory, authentication systems (Kerberos, RADIUS, PKI), and DoD-compliant hardening (STIGs, CIS, Zero Trust). Develop Infrastructure-as-Code automation using PowerShell, Python, and Ansible across Windows and Linux environments, manage SCCM/MECM patch deployment and WSUS, and architect virtualized environments on KVM and EC2.…See more Mentor engineering teams on system integration, security, and cross-domain interoperability, and collaborate with cybersecurity, network, and Linux teams to solve complex enterprise deployment challenges.

The Cybersecurity Engineer II will design, engineer, and deploy cybersecurity and network defense solutions across complex DoD environments, with hands-on responsibility for SIEM, IDS/IPS, firewalls, and vulnerability management platforms. The role involves configuring Splunk Enterprise, conducting network and security analysis with tools like Wireshark and Tenable, and leveraging automation and APIs to improve security operations.…See more The engineer will support DoD Computer Network Defense requirements, integrate solutions across Windows, Linux, and network infrastructure, and collaborate with government and vendor teams throughout acquisition, testing, and deployment. The position requires 5–7+ years of hands-on cybersecurity and network defense experience, a Bachelor's degree in a related technical field, and an active U.S. national security clearance.

As a Principal/Senior Staff Software Engineer, you will lead a team developing next-generation 5G NR wireless systems, architecting and coding major PHY (L1) features. You will mentor engineers, innovate development processes, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate and validate 3GPP wireless technology concepts.…See more The role requires 10+ years of hands-on C/C++ development, 7+ years of 5G/LTE PHY software and algorithm work, 7+ years taking complex software to production, and 5+ years developing for real-time Linux systems.

Design, develop, and execute system-level test solutions for Qualcomm's leading-edge Snapdragon SoCs across mobile, automotive, compute, and server platforms. Responsibilities include early-stage silicon bring-up, post-silicon validation, hardware testing with system software, performance verification across voltage/process/temperature conditions, and creation of automated test content to stress functional, performance, stability, and benchmark aspects.…See more Develop production screens for system-level issues and partner with engineering teams to create effective test plans and sequencing. Requires 0–3 years of system or bench-level testing experience, strong understanding of computer architecture and operating systems, embedded systems and SoC concepts, and programming skills in C, C++, Python, C#, or .NET.

Verification Software Engineer on Qualcomm's Modem/Chiplet Validation & Emulation team, responsible for developing and scaling system-level validation content and automation frameworks for pre- and post-silicon SoC validation. The role requires proficiency in C/C++, Python, and bare-metal software development, with hands-on debugging across hardware-software interfaces, emulation platforms, and silicon debug tools.…See more Engineers will work on functional verification, concurrency testing, and performance analysis for modem and RF subsystems, applying AI/ML techniques to improve validation productivity. The position offers exposure to cutting-edge data center and mobile SoCs with opportunity to build scalable solutions across diverse system architectures.

SAIC seeks a mid-level Network Engineer to provide break/fix IT support for Navy afloat networks aboard U.S. Navy ships in San Diego.…See more The role involves troubleshooting LAN issues, performing root cause analysis, administering Cisco switches/routers and Windows/Linux servers, and collaborating with Active Duty personnel and government staff to maintain systems such as ADNS, ISNS, CANES, FSW, and CENTRIXS. The engineer must hold an active Secret clearance, be able to obtain TS/SCI, and possess DoD IAT Level II certification plus a relevant operating-system certification (CCNA, Microsoft Server Hybrid Administrator Associate, Linux+, or equivalent). Travel within the U.S. and internationally (~25%) and occasional after-hours support are required.