Linux Foundation | Remote | Full-time
Reports to: Software Engineering Manager
Mid-level engineering role supporting the Certification team's efforts in developing, maintaining, and testing performance-based exams and related systems. Ideal for candidates with hands-on software development experience who want to grow expertise in cloud native and open source technologies while contributing to high-quality exam delivery.
This team includes members working in US and EU time zones. This position is open to applicants who can work North American Central (CST/CDT) standard business hours.
A competitive compensation package including base salary, stellar 401(k) and health benefits, unlimited PTO, and household access to our entire course and certification catalogs.
Develop and maintain performance-based certification exams
Build scripts and tools for provisioning, automation, and grading
Contribute to frameworks and workflows that streamline exam development
QA exam content and troubleshoot issues
Draft and maintain documentation related to certification exam software, frameworks, and processes
Collaborate with team members, contributors, and subject matter experts across global time zones
Provide technical support for exam operations, delivery, and customer success as needed
2–4 years of professional software engineering or DevOps experience
Proficiency with Linux, Git, Python, and Bash
Familiarity with Kubernetes, CI/CD pipelines, and containerized environments
Experience with online training platforms, certification delivery systems, or learning management systems (e.g., Instruqt, Skilljar, Katacoda)
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Organized, detail-oriented, and self-motivated in a remote environment
Certifications such as KCNA, CKA, or CKAD
Contributions to open source projects
Experience with infrastructure-as-code or major cloud platforms
Experience with web technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Node.js, or PHP)
Multi-lingual communication skills
The Linux Foundation is an all-remote organization that hires world-class talent. We are as passionate about providing a flexible and supportive work culture as we are about open source software. Collaboration is in our DNA, and we pride ourselves on being able to work closely together while not being tied to an office. We offer exceptional benefits including top-of-the-line healthcare, unlimited PTO, Focus Fridays, and a 100% 401(k) match up to the IRS-defined annual limit.
Salary $118,000 - $133,000 USD
The Linux Foundation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and encourage anyone interested to apply. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
The Linux Foundation is unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be authorized to work in their country of residence without employer sponsorship, now or in the future.
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