NIO · 16 hours ago
Sr. Linux Kernel/Hypervisor Developer
San Francisco Bay Area
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$164K/yr - $212K/yr
1+ years expNIO is a leading company in the premium smart electric vehicle market, dedicated to shaping a sustainable future with high-performance vehicles. The role involves working hands-on with NIO’s in-vehicle compute platform, focusing on optimizing kernel and hypervisor performance for real-time automotive environments.
AutomotiveAutonomous VehiclesElectric VehicleElectronicsTransportation
Hiring Manager
Tom Q. Zhang
Responsibilities
Develop and execute a microkernel-based operating system and hypervisor tailored for diverse on-vehicle applications in autonomous driving vehicles
Analyze and enhance operating system functionalities for real-time performance, high efficiency, security, and functional safety
Collaborate with the team to discuss and refine designs and implementations
Lead through demonstration, serving as both a mentor and a mentee to foster team growth and knowledge sharing
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field
1+ years of experience in embedded systems or low-level system software development
Strong coding skills in C, ARM assembly, and in-line assembly
Deep understanding of Arm V8 architecture: GIC, SMMU, cache hierarchy, and Arm Virtualization Host Extensions (VHE)
Proficiency in Git, C/C++, Python, and object-oriented programming
Experience with Linux kernel development or driver subsystems
Knowledge of embedded system security: Arm TrustZone, OP-TEE, Secure Boot
Ability to thrive and contribute effectively within a global, cross-functional engineering team
Benefits
CIGNA EPO, HSA, and Kaiser HMO medical plans with $0 for Employee Only Coverage.
Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plan. Both provide options with a $0 paycheck contribution covering you and your eligible dependents.
Company Paid HSA (Health Savings Account) Contribution when enrolled in the High Deductible CIGNA medical plan
Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
401(k) with Brokerage Link option
Company paid Basic Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Sick and Vacation time
13 Paid Holidays a year
Paid Parental Leave for first 8 weeks at full pay (eligible after 90 days of employment with NIO)
Paid Disability Leave for first 6 weeks at full pay (eligible after 90 days of employment with NIO)
Voluntary benefits including: Voluntary Life and AD&D options for you, your spouse/domestic partner and dependent child(ren), pet insurance
Commuter benefits
Mobile Cell Phone Credit
Healthjoy mobile benefit app supporting you and your dependents with benefit questions on the go & support with benefit billing questions
Free lunch and snacks
Onsite gym
Employee discounts and perks program
Company
NIO
NIO is an automotive company that designs and develops electric autonomous vehicles.
10001+ employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$11.89BKey Investors
Contemporary Amperex TechnologyHefei Jianxiang InvestmentCYVN Holdings
2025-09-10Post Ipo Equity· $1.16B
2025-03-27Post Ipo Equity· $518.3M
2025-03-18Post Ipo Equity· $345.53M
Leadership Team
Shaoqing Ren
VP, Autonomous Driving Development
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