**Introduction** We are seeking an experienced Linux Distribution/Systems development professional to join our IBM-Z Compiler and Toolchain team. In this role, you will be responsible for maintaining and improving Debian packages related to IBM-Z compilers and essential development tools. You will work closely with internal developers, upstream projects and the broader Debian community to ensure a robust, secure, and up-to-date toolchain stack. **Your role and responsibilities** * Maintain Debian packages for IBM-Z (s390x) compilers and related toolchain components. * Work with internal development to resolve bugs/issues relating to Debian packaging, dependency, and integration. * Contribute to the Debian distribution community through package related bug triaging, package uploads and mailing list participation. * Collaborate with upstream communities to track new releases, apply patches, and back-port fixes as needed. * Ensure packages meet Debian policy, quality, and security standards. * Maintain change-logs, documentation, and reproducible build practices. **Required technical and professional expertise** * 2+ years of strong in C/C++ and system programming and strong debugging skills * Working experience in maintaining Linux Distribution packages (preferably Debian Distro packages). * Strong knowledge of Distro packaging tools (eg: dpkg, debhelper, lintian, pbuilder, sbuild, etc.).. * Working experience with build systems (e.g., Make, CMake etc.).. * Strong knowledge of Linux systems and shell scripting (shell, bash etc.).. * Understanding of upstream/downstream coordination in open source projects. * Comfortable working in open-source & collaborative environments * Ability to wok independenctly and in a **Preferred technical and professional experience** * Experience with debugging packaging issues/bugs on IBM-Z (s390x) or on other architectures (e.g., x86, arm64) using gdb or other debugging tools. * Contributions to upstream compiler or toolchain projects (e.g. GCC, LLVM, etc.). * Knowledge of compilation process and compiler internals. * Debian Maintainer (DM) or Debian Developer (DD) status is an added plus. * Abilty to work independently and in a distributed asynchronous team * Good written & verbal communication skills * Strong orgaization skills & attention to detail IBM is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, caste, genetics, pregnancy, disability, neurodivergence, age, veteran status, or other characteristics. IBM is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.