Joel Fernandes

About Joel Fernandes

As an experienced Engineering Lead and Linux Kernel/OSS Contributor, I specialize in a wide range of core kernel areas such as CPU scheduling, synchronization mechanisms (locking/RCU), real-time systems, KVM, processor architecture support, device drivers, memory management, DMA, performance and power optimizations, and many other areas. My active participation and contributions to the Linux kernel and other open source projects have enabled me to gain valuable experience in core kernel areas mentioned above, as well as networking, filesystems and security. I have a strong track record of debugging complex system-level issues and have in-depth knowledge of hardware and computer architecture, which has helped me effectively tackle complex hardware problems. Additionally, I am a frequent speaker at conferences and have published several works in the field. To learn more about my background and experience, please see my profile below or visit and view my resume.

Experience

1. Staff Software Engineer

   Google

   Sep 2016 — Present · CA

   Systems engineering across Google products. Delivering the best of technology to millions of users. Keeping the user first. Working across teams at Google and providing technical leadership.

Education

• The University of Texas at Dallas

  Master of Science (M.S.), Computer Engineering (GPA of 3.97/4. Achieved "A" grade in 10 out of 11 courses)

  2010 — 2012

• Visvesvaraya Technological University

  Bachelor's degree, Electronics and Communication Engineering (81%, second rank)

  2003 — 2007