Ethos is hiring a Linux Platform Engineer

Linux Platform Engineer New York, New York, United States Envision a seamless journey where every interaction feels effortless. CLEAR's mission revolves around creating frictionless experiences that transform how people navigate their daily lives. With over 30 million passionate members and numerous global partners, our identity platform connects individuals through innovative technological solutions. As CLEAR continues expanding its technological infrastructure, our network of interconnected devices forms the core of our member experience. Maintaining these systems' security, reliability, and accessibility is paramount, and this is where your expertise becomes crucial. We're seeking a Platform Engineer to join our Hardware Operations and Platform Engineering team. You'll operate at the intersection of Site Reliability Engineering and Embedded Systems Integration, architecting and maintaining the software layer that keeps thousands of Linux-based kiosks operational, robust, and self-healing, effectively managing a distributed server fleet at the network's edge. Your responsibilities will encompass OS image management, over-the-air (OTA) updates, device observability, and system recovery, ensuring our biometric kiosks deliver consistent, seamless experiences for every traveler. What You Will Do: - Design OS-level watchdogs and self-healing mechanisms for automatic device recovery - Enhance OTA update frameworks enabling safe, atomic updates via partition swapping - Develop Python-based services interfacing with connected peripherals - Maintain custom Linux images with comprehensive security policies - Build lightweight monitoring agents for streaming logs and telemetry - Collaborate across teams to identify and resolve operational challenges Who You Are: - 3+ years administering embedded Linux systems - Strong Python proficiency for system automation - Experienced in update mechanisms and hardware integration - Deep understanding of service dependencies and configuration - Expertise in network observability and remote device management - Committed to operational excellence and system resilience - Collaborative and pragmatic problem solver Why You'll Love This Role: - Massive impact on millions of travelers' experiences - Unique technical challenges in edge infrastructure - End-to-end technological ownership - Collaborative engineering culture - Continuous learning opportunities Compensation and Benefits: We offer competitive total rewards including comprehensive healthcare, family-building support, flexible time off, and a base salary range of $150,000-$185,000 based on skills and experience. Our holistic approach ensures you can thrive professionally and personally. CLEAR provides reasonable accommodations and welcomes diverse talent committed to creating frictionless, secure experiences.