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X11/X-Windows/Linux Software Developer
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Motion Recruitment
A leading aerospace and defense technology company is seeking an experienced X Windows / X11 Linux Software Developer to support mission-critical applications used in high-performance, real-time environments. This full-time role offers a hybrid work structure, with opportunities to collaborate on advanced systems that support air traffic control, defense, and other complex operational domains.
Responsibilities
60% X Windows/X11 GUI Development
25% Linux System Integration and Maintenance
15% Tooling and Debugging of Legacy Graphics Applications
70% Hands-On Coding and Debugging
20% Refactoring and Enhancing Existing Codebases
10% Collaboration with System Architects and Hardware Teams
Required Skills & Experience
Strong expertise in X Windows/X11 development
Proficiency with C and C++ in a Linux environment
Experience with Motif, Xt, or other X11-based widget toolkits
Solid knowledge of UNIX/Linux internals, including window/session management
Familiarity with Wayland, GNOME, or legacy GUI frameworks
Desired Skills & Experience
Background in real-time or embedded systems
Experience supporting or migrating legacy GUI systems
Knowledge of multi-threaded application development
Prior work in aerospace, defense, or industrial control systems
What You Will Be Doing Tech Breakdown
60% X Windows/X11 GUI Development
25% Linux System Integration and Maintenance
15% Tooling and Debugging of Legacy Graphics Applications
Daily Responsibilities
70% Hands-On Coding and Debugging
20% Refactoring and Enhancing Existing Codebases
10% Collaboration with System Architects and Hardware Teams
Posted By: Nathan Chisholm
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Engineering and Information Technology
Industries
Staffing and Recruiting
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X11/X-Windows/Linux Software Developer
role at
Motion Recruitment
A leading aerospace and defense technology company is seeking an experienced X Windows / X11 Linux Software Developer to support mission-critical applications used in high-performance, real-time environments. This full-time role offers a hybrid work structure, with opportunities to collaborate on advanced systems that support air traffic control, defense, and other complex operational domains.
Responsibilities
60% X Windows/X11 GUI Development
25% Linux System Integration and Maintenance
15% Tooling and Debugging of Legacy Graphics Applications
70% Hands-On Coding and Debugging
20% Refactoring and Enhancing Existing Codebases
10% Collaboration with System Architects and Hardware Teams
Required Skills & Experience
Strong expertise in X Windows/X11 development
Proficiency with C and C++ in a Linux environment
Experience with Motif, Xt, or other X11-based widget toolkits
Solid knowledge of UNIX/Linux internals, including window/session management
Familiarity with Wayland, GNOME, or legacy GUI frameworks
Desired Skills & Experience
Background in real-time or embedded systems
Experience supporting or migrating legacy GUI systems
Knowledge of multi-threaded application development
Prior work in aerospace, defense, or industrial control systems
What You Will Be Doing Tech Breakdown
60% X Windows/X11 GUI Development
25% Linux System Integration and Maintenance
15% Tooling and Debugging of Legacy Graphics Applications
Daily Responsibilities
70% Hands-On Coding and Debugging
20% Refactoring and Enhancing Existing Codebases
10% Collaboration with System Architects and Hardware Teams
Posted By: Nathan Chisholm
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Mid-Senior level
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Full-time
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Engineering and Information Technology
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