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Senior OpenZFS Developer

Develop new OpenZFS features and fix bugs for a leading open-source solutions provider.

Contribute to the development of new features and bug fixes for OpenZFS, a critical open-source infrastructure project. Work alongside a team to support the community and enhance the file system's capabilities, building on previous achievements like Fast Deduplication and AnyRAID.

Why This Role?

Directly impact the evolution of a foundational open-source technology with a dedicated team.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement new OpenZFS features based on community needs and project goals.
  • Investigate and resolve complex bugs within the OpenZFS codebase.
  • Collaborate with the team to support the broader OpenZFS and FreeBSD communities.
  • Contribute to upstream OpenZFS or other open-source projects to ensure compatibility and integration.

Requirements

  • Proven experience (4+ years) in C programming with a deep understanding of data structures.
  • Practical knowledge of file systems, VFS, and OS internals, including threading, locking, IPC, and memory management.
  • Strong understanding of ZFS internals, such as DMU, MOS, vdevs, ZPL, datasets, and boot environments.
  • Experience working across Linux and FreeBSD environments.

Required Skills

copenzfsfreebsdfile-systemslinuxC ProgrammingFile System DevelopmentOperating System InternalsOpen-Source CollaborationBug ResolutionCommunity Support

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Working Hours Overlap:
Flexible — work your own hours
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View Original Description from HN Who is Hiring

Original description from HN Who is Hiring

klarasystems.com | Senior OpenZFS Developer | REMOTE | Full-time Contract We have successfully hired from HN in previous rounds and are looking for another OpenZFS Developer (4+ years of experience) to join our team! Klara Inc. provides development & solutions focused on open source software and the community-driven development of OpenZFS and FreeBSD. We develop new features, investigate/fix bugs, and support the community of these important open source infrastructure projects. Some of our recent work includes major ZFS features such as Fast Deduplication (OpenZFS 2.3) and AnyRAID: https://github.com/openzfs/zfs/pull/17567 https://github.com/openzfs/zfs/pull/18406 We’re looking for an OpenZFS Developer with: - Strong C programming skills and understanding of data structures - Experience with file systems, VFS, and OS internals (threading, locking, IPC, memory management) - Familiarity with ZFS internals (DMU, MOS, vdevs, ZPL, datasets, boot environments) - Ability to work across Linux, and FreeBSD environments Previous upstream contributions to OpenZFS or other open source projects are a big plus. Submit an application through our site: https://klarasystems.com/careers/openzfs-developer/

Salary Context

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Job Type
contract
Location
Remote · Open worldwide
Category
Seniority
senior
PostedNewNew & verified
Sep 1, 2026

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Is Senior OpenZFS Developer at klarasystems.com a remote job?
Yes. Senior OpenZFS Developer at klarasystems.com is a fully remote role open to candidates worldwide.
What type of employment is Senior OpenZFS Developer at klarasystems.com?
This is a contract position.
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