Role Summary Wind River (an Aptiv company) is seeking an experienced Linux Software Architect to lead the architecture and technical evolution of eLxr, a commercial Debian-based Linux distribution designed for enterprise, edge, and mission-critical deployments. In this highly influential technical role, you will shape a scalable, secure, and maintainable platform supporting Telecommunications, Aerospace, Industrial, and Automotive markets. You will work across the full software lifecycle and collaborate with engineering, product management, customers, partners, and open-source communities to transform complex requirements into robust Linux platform solutions. Define and maintain the software architecture and technical roadmap for the eLxr Linux distribution and its supporting ecosystem. Lead the evolution of package management, distribution infrastructure, system services, security frameworks, release engineering, and long-term support strategies. Architect secure software delivery, package repositories, update mechanisms, and enterprise deployment workflows. Partner with product management, customers, and engineering teams to translate business and technical requirements into scalable platform capabilities. Lead architecture reviews and major design initiatives, ensuring technical quality, consistency, security, and adherence to engineering best practices. Mentor engineers and technical leads, driving technical consensus across teams. Build effective engagement with relevant open-source communities and contributors. Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field, with 10+ years of experience in Linux software development, operating systems, or platform engineering. 3+ years of experience in software architecture or technical leadership roles, with demonstrated ability to drive architectural decisions and technical consensus. Deep expertise in Debian-based Linux distributions, Linux internals, Debian packaging, and APT repository management. Experience designing secure,



production-grade Linux platforms, including distribution customization, lifecycle management, hardware enablement, and platform integration. Solid understanding of software architecture, security frameworks, secure software supply chains, SBOMs, CI/CD, and release automation. Experience with cloud and container technologies such as AWS, Azure, Google Cloud, Docker, Podman, or Kubernetes. Proficiency in one or more relevant programming languages such as C, C++, Rust, Go, or Python; contributions to Debian, the Linux kernel, or related open-source projects are highly valued. We bring together diverse perspectives, cultures, and business contexts to solve our customers’ toughest challenges. In this environment, every individual can grow, lead, and make an impact, regardless of background, because inclusion fuels how we innovate and win. At Aptiv, you are building those solutions every day. Comprehensive health, dental, and life insurance Short and long-term disability coverage Flexible time-off policies for work-life balance Employee assistance program for mental well-being WindRiver empowers customers to create solutions people rely on, advancing safety and autonomy in Automotive and Commercial Vehicles, enabling mission-critical performance in Aerospace & Defense, and powering intelligent systems across Energy, Enterprise, and Telecommunications. We also drive precision and efficiency in Industrials & Robotics and support life-critical innovation in Medical technologies. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. Aptiv is a global industrial technology company enabling automated, electrified and digitalized solutions across multiple end markets. People trust us to deliver innovations that will help them progress, improve and achieve more tomorrow than they did yesterday. Please review Aptiv's privacy policy by following this link: #

📌 Linux Software Architect (Canada)
🏢 Aptiv
📍 Canada