Ubuntu Core Software Engineer

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Canonical is a leading provider of open source software and operating systems to the global enterprise and technology markets. Our platform, Ubuntu, is widely used in enterprise initiatives such as public cloud, data science, AI, engineering innovation, and IoT. Our customers include top public cloud and silicon providers, and industry leaders worldwide. We are a pioneer of global distributed collaboration, with 1200+ colleagues in 75+ countries and very few office-based roles. Teams meet 2-4 times yearly in interesting locations globally to align on strategy and execution.

The company is founder-led, profitable, and growing.

We are hiring a Ubuntu Core Software Engineer to redefine the Linux experience in embedded environments with the smallest, most secure, and updatable operating system in the IoT market. This role is ideal for a software engineer passionate about open source, Linux, security, and developer experience. It requires high technical skills in low-level operating systems, kernel, and device firmware.

Our mission is to enable building robust solutions in IoT, automotive, aviation, and more, using the next-generation secure embedded Linux OS. We focus on reliable, secure device recovery mechanisms to simplify and standardize field operations for diverse appliances.

As part of the Ubuntu Core team, you'll design and implement software across various CPU architectures like ARM, RISC-V, and x86, working on boot mechanisms, bootloaders, storage layouts, device trees, kernels, and services.

Build a rewarding career with talented colleagues at Canonical, a growing international software company.

Location : This role is remote within the EMEA region

• Writing high-quality code with unit tests for new features
• Debugging Linux system issues and producing fixes
• Proactively collaborating with a distributed team
• Reviewing code from other engineers
• Discussing ideas and collaborating on solutions
• Integrating diverse bootloaders and maintaining gadget snaps
• Working from home with global travel 2-4 times a year for events

• A passion for technology and working with talented people
• Curiosity, flexibility, articulation, and accountability
• Soft skills: passionate, enterprising, thoughtful, self-motivated
• Bachelor's or equivalent in Computer Science, STEM, or similar
• Experience with C or Golang, and Shell scripting
• Solid understanding of Linux, preferably Debian or Ubuntu
• Experience with Linux-capable devices like Raspberry Pi
• Interest or experience in low-level systems and security facilities such as:
  • Bootloaders (piboot, uboot, grub-uefi)
  • Systemd, udev, initrd, graphics
  • Firmware daemons and CLI applications
  • Linux security (TPM, FDE, LUKS, HSM)
• Knowledge of or experience with Yocto is a plus

We consider location, experience, and performance for compensation worldwide. We revisit pay annually and more often for new graduates. Benefits include:

• Distributed work environment with biannual in-person team sprints
• USD 2,000 annual learning and development budget
• Annual compensation review
• Recognition rewards
• Annual leave, maternity and paternity leave
• Wellness programs and assistance
• Travel opportunities and upgrades for company events

Canonical is a pioneering open-source tech firm, publishing Ubuntu, a key platform for AI, IoT, and cloud. We recruit globally, uphold high standards, and promote a diverse, inclusive workplace. Most employees work remotely, and working here challenges you to think differently and grow professionally.

Canonical is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to fair application processes regardless of identity.