Senior Software Engineer - Image Builder Service

Company: Red Hat
Location: Raleigh
Posted on: April 1, 2026

Job Description:

Job Summary We are looking for a Senior Software Engineer to join Red Hat's Image Builder team to work on improving the Image Builder service. This service is used during the development of RHEL and Fedora but is also used by Red Hat’s customers or anyone with a developer license via console.redhat.com . Knowledge and a lot of curiosity about how Linux distributions are put together and delivered to Red Hat’s customers and open source communities are required. On the Image Builder team, you will work in a friendly and collaborative atmosphere, figuring out how things work and solving hard problems. Most members of the team work remotely, across multiple time zones. However, applicants must reside in a country where Red Hat is registered to do business. What You Will Do (Key Responsibilities) Design and develop features for Image Builder that solve user and customer problems Dig into the nitty-gritty details of Linux to debug complex issues Communicate with peer engineers within your team and Red Hat, as well as in relevant Open Source communities Collaborate with Support, Documentation and partnering teams like Image Mode, Automotive , or Virtualization Explore and experiment with emerging AI technologies relevant to software development, proactively identifying opportunities to incorporate new AI capabilities into existing workflows and tooling. What You Bring (Required Skills) 4 years of experience developing software professionally Knowledge of and curiosity about how Linux operating systems are assembled and used in various environments Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail Good written and verbal communication skills in English Ability to work effectively in a remote team Experience with Linux system programming is a strong plus LI-DL1 The salary range for this position is $118,600.00 - $195,680.00. Actual offer will be based on your qualifications. Pay Transparency Red Hat determines compensation based on several factors including but not limited to job location, experience, applicable skills and training, external market value, and internal pay equity. Annual salary is one component of Red Hat’s compensation package. This position may also be eligible for bonus, commission, and/or equity. For positions with Remote-US locations, the actual salary range for the position may differ based on location but will be commensurate with job duties and relevant work experience. About Red Hat Red Hat is the world’s leading provider of enterprise open source software solutions, using a community-powered approach to deliver high-performing Linux, cloud, container, and Kubernetes technologies. Spread across 40 countries, our associates work flexibly across work environments, from in-office, to office-flex, to fully remote, depending on the requirements of their role. Red Hatters are encouraged to bring their best ideas, no matter their title or tenure. We're a leader in open source because of our open and inclusive environment. We hire creative, passionate people ready to contribute their ideas, help solve complex problems, and make an impact. Benefits ? Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage ? Flexible Spending Account - healthcare and dependent care ? Health Savings Account - high deductible medical plan ? Retirement 401(k) with employer match ? Paid time off and holidays ? Paid parental leave plans for all new parents ? Leave benefits including disability, paid family medical leave, and paid military leave ? Additional benefits including employee stock purchase plan, family planning reimbursement, tuition reimbursement, transportation expense account, employee assistance program, and more! Note: These benefits are only applicable to full time, permanent associates at Red Hat located in the United States. Inclusion at Red Hat Red Hat’s culture is built on the open source principles of transparency, collaboration, and inclusion, where the best ideas can come from anywhere and anyone. When this is realized, it empowers people from different backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences to come together to share ideas, challenge the status quo, and drive innovation. Our aspiration is that everyone experiences this culture with equal opportunity and access, and that all voices are not only heard but also celebrated. We hope you will join our celebration, and we welcome and encourage applicants from all the beautiful dimensions that compose our global village. Equal Opportunity Policy (EEO) Red Hat is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative action employer. We review applications for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, veteran status, genetic information, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Red Hat does not seek or accept unsolicited resumes or CVs from recruitment agencies. 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