Linux kernel Team lead
TLDR
Lead Linux OS kernel features, boot sequences, file systems, packages, customer-tailored development, and security vulnerability resolution.
Check Point’s Secure OS group is responsible for designing, developing, upgrading, and maintaining GAiA OS - Check Point’s Linux-based OS.
We are looking for a team leader who can lead such a team, research new technologies, navigate through an unfamiliar code, analyze the behavior of complex environments, and set a high standard when providing improvements and sophisticated solutions for Check Point’s customers.
If you have a passion for Linux kernel and innovation – we are looking for you!
As OS-Kernel team leader, you will manage and take an active part in all of the assignments which are commonly handled by the group, such as:
- Lead OS kernel features, installation process, boot sequence, file system and packages
- Work closely with other R&D groups to provide OS-related solutions
- Develop tailored features for specific customers
- Find and resolve security vulnerabilities in Check Point OS
Desired Background - Computer Science Graduate (or equivalent).
- Technical leadership /managerial experience.
- 4+ years of professional experience in software development.
- Passionate about low-level development and OS programming.
- Programming in C/C++ in Linux.
- Understanding of Linux Operating Systems Internals.
- Knowledge of Networking concepts and protocols in Linux.
- Ability to work in a stressful, multitasking environment.
- Quick learning ability.
Check Point Software builds advanced cybersecurity solutions that protect over 100,000 organizations globally from sophisticated cyber and AI-driven threats. Their innovative platforms, including Agentic Network Security Orchestration, leverage AI to secure hybrid networks, cloud environments, and digital workspaces, enabling customers to navigate a complex digital landscape with confidence.
- Founded
- Founded 1993
- Employees
- 500+ employees
- Industry
- computer & network security
- Funding stage
- Public
- Stock ticker
- Publicly traded (CHKP)
- Total raised
- $1.8B raised
- Last funding
- Raised December 2025