Aerotek seeks an experienced kernel developer for our client in Columbia, Maryland. This client works specifically on DOD contracts. If you are interested in learning more about this opportunity, please call Aerotek at 703-818-2044 or email them at kowens@aerotek.com

Company Size: mid-sized (1200 employees)

Position Title: Kernel Developer/SW Developer

Description:

Building, modifying, and debugging BSD kernels, ideally to production quality requirements

Work in a self-directed and independent manner

Familiar with the research and development model we apply, which is similar to that in universities or other commercial R&D labs

Past research publications a plus

Requirements:

2+ years experience in Kernel Development

Experienced BSD kernel developer required Darwin experience also desired

Should have a strong background in kernel development, including past experience with the BSD VFS, process model, and network stack

Development experience with FreeBSD and Darwin a plus

Specific development experience adding security features, especially trusted operating system features particularly desirable

Also desirable is a background in TCP/IP standards, experience with diverse networks and environments, and specific experience in analyzing TCP and other network traffic in real-world environments

Specific past experience in modifying TCP implementations, especially for performance purposes in high volume or diverse/asymmetric communication environments (such as packet radio, satellite) would be highly desirable

Useful background would include the modification of applications to improve operation in diverse and weakly connected computing environments

Experience implementing services such as TCP SACK or TCP over satellite would be highly desirable

Education:

BS in any of the following disciplines: Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Math