Software-Defined Networking Engineer

Overview

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This general selection process is for all seniority levels to join teams that focus on open source networking software at Canonical. Apply if you are an outstanding software engineer passionate about networking at any level—from Linux kernel IP or eBPF and bridge constructs, to overlay SDN networking like OVS and OVN, to router, switch and radio access technologies such as SoNIC, FRR and DENT, and up to telco MANO and 5G Core solutions. We collaborate with networking silicon providers to optimize Ubuntu and related applications for their ASICs, boards and appliances. We aim to provide a complete open source stack for data centre networking, from bare metal through virtualisation, container and serverless, and to address IoT networking systematically. We value passion for networking technologies, deep familiarity with Linux networking, and adherence to open source community best practices. Canonical offers opportunities to engage with the broader open‑source community and industry partners in developing future-proof networking solutions.

We are looking for individuals who can help build a thriving community, contribute to a broad range of technologies, and contribute to the deployment of Ubuntu, Ubuntu Core, OpenStack, LXD, MAAS and MicroK8s across a broad range of devices and use cases.

Roles

• Kernel Networking Software Engineer
• OVN Software Engineer
• SmartNIC Software Engineer
• Top-of-Rack (ToR) Software Engineer
• SoNIC or DENT Software Engineer
• Telco Software Engineer
• Kubernetes Software Engineer

Location

Location: we have networking software engineering roles in every time zone.

What your day will look like

• Work with the most advanced operating systems and network application technologies available
• Collaborate with public clouds and network silicon providers
• Design and implement the best software-defined networking experience for the latest hardware platforms and software stacks
• Write high-quality, well-designed and well-documented software
• Contribute to shaping innovative product strategies
• Debug issues and produce high-quality code to fix them
• Collaborate proactively with a globally distributed organisation
• Contribute to technical documentation to make it the best of its kind
• Display technical leadership internally, towards partners, and in open source communities
• Influence open-source projects and communities
• Shape software-defined networking products for evolving data centre architectures to meet bandwidth, reliability, security, and interoperability demands
• Work from home, with global travel twice a year for company events of up to two weeks duration

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 an alternative path
• Drive and a track record of going above-and-beyond expectations
• Knowledge of networking: architecture, design, and protocols
• Deep understanding of Linux networking, from kernel to user space
• Fluency in at least one of Golang, C/C++, Rust or Python
• 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
• Result-oriented, with a personal drive to meet commitments
• Ability to travel twice a year, for company events up to two weeks each

Additional Skills That You Might Also Bring

• Familiarity with existing open source networking technologies - kernel (including eBPF, AF_XDP), OVS, OVN, SoNIC, DENT, Switchdev, DPDK, SPDK, 5G 3GPP, ONF stack, iwd, NetworkManager, etc.
• Familiarity with data path hardware acceleration protocols and interfaces, such as RDMA, RoCE, iWARP, NVMe, SR-IOV
• Computer architecture knowledge of x86, ARM, and RISC-V
• Experience in complex IP network engineering and implementation
• Experience with virtualization technologies, e.g., QEMU, KVM, etc.
• Previous contribution to open source projects and community involvement
• Familiarity with Kubernetes, Cloud-native Network Functions, and Container Network Interface plugins
• Performance engineering and security experience

What we offer you

We consider geographical location, experience, and performance in shaping compensation worldwide. We revisit compensation annually (and more often for graduates and associates) to ensure we recognise outstanding performance. In addition to base pay, we offer a performance-driven annual bonus. We provide all team members with additional benefits, which reflect our values and ideals. We balance our programs to meet local needs and ensure fairness globally.

• 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

About Canonical

Canonical is a pioneering tech firm at the forefront of the global move to open source. As the company that publishes Ubuntu, we recruit on a global basis and set a high standard for people joining the company. Canonical has been remote-first since 2004. We aim for excellence and continuous learning.

Canonical is an equal opportunity employer. We are proud to foster a workplace free from discrimination. We value diversity of experience, perspectives, and background, and we will give every applicant fair consideration.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Information Technology
• Industries

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