Security Software Engineer

About Canonical Canonical is a pioneering tech firm at the forefront of the global move to open source. As the company that publishes Ubuntu, one of the most important open‑source projects and the platform for AI, IoT and the cloud, we are changing the world on a daily basis. We recruit on a global basis and set a very high standard for people joining the company. We expect excellence – in order to succeed, we need to be the best at what we do. Canonical has been a remote‑first company since its inception in 2004. Working here is a step into the future, and will challenge you to think differently, work smarter, learn new skills, and raise your game. Location: Worldwide – this is a globally remote role. Apply here if you are an exceptional security‑focused software engineer, passionate about open source, and excited by Canonical's products and mission. This role requires the ability to be productive in a globally distributed team through strong self‑discipline and motivation. It also involves mandatory international travel at least twice a year, typically for one week. What you'll do Define, implement, and document new security features Lead security‑focused initiatives within a product engineering team Analyze, fix, and test vulnerabilities in open source software Contribute to Ubuntu and upstream open source projects to benefit the community Audit and analyze source code for vulnerabilities Integrate new tools into our security infrastructure, pipelines, and processes Achieve and retain various security certifications Extend and enhance Linux cryptographic components to meet country‑specific compliance requirements, such as FIPS and Common Criteria (CC) certifications Work with external partners to develop Center for Internet Security (CIS) benchmarks Design and develop hardening automation for Ubuntu Stay up to date with trends and developments in the security industry Develop, test, and maintain new software capabilities Provide guidance and support to other engineering teams on security best practices What we are looking for in you An exceptional academic track record from both high school and university Undergraduate degree in Computer Science or STEM, or a compelling narrative about your alternative path A track record of going above and beyond expectations Thorough understanding of the common categories of security vulnerabilities and how to fix them Knowledge of modern software engineering techniques Familiarity with open source development tools and methodologies Skill in one or more of C, C++, Python, Go, Rust, Java, Ruby, PHP, or JavaScript/TypeScript Experience as a security champion Experience driving security within a wider SSDLC process Professional written and spoken English Experience with Linux (Debian or Ubuntu preferred) Excellent interpersonal skills, curiosity, flexibility, and accountability Passion, thoughtfulness, and self‑motivation Excellent communication and presentation skills Results‑oriented, with a personal drive to meet commitments Optional skills we also value Clear and effective communication with both the team and Ubuntu community members Experience working with the Linux kernel Experience with security certifications and knowledge of FIPS and/or Common Criteria (CC) Experience with OVAL (Open Vulnerability Assessment Language) Knowledge of cryptographic modules such as OpenSSL and Libgcrypt Knowledge of low‑level Linux cryptography APIs Demonstrated ability to learn quickly Performance engineering experience What we offer you Distributed work environment with twice‑yearly team sprints in person Personal learning and development budget of USD 2,000 per year Annual compensation review Recognition rewards Annual holiday leave Maternity and paternity leave Employee Assistance Programme Opportunity to travel to new locations to meet colleagues Priority Pass, and travel upgrades for long‑haul company events Seniority level Entry level Employment type Full‑time Job function Engineering and Information Technology Software Development Canonical is an equal opportunity employer. We are proud to foster a workplace free from discrimination. Diversity of experience, perspectives, and background creates a better work environment and better products. Whatever your identity, we will give your application fair consideration. Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Canonical by 2x. We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr