System Software Engineer

System Software Engineer - Ubuntu NetworkingCanonical is a leading provider of open source software and operating systems to the global enterprise and technology markets.Our platform, Ubuntu, is very widely used in breakthrough enterprise initiatives such as public cloud, data science, AI, engineering innovation, and IoT.Our customers include the world's leading public cloud and silicon providers, and industry leaders in many sectors.We are hiring a System Software Engineer for Ubuntu Networking to focus on the connectivity of Ubuntu in a wide range of circumstances, from cloud to server to desktop and IoT.We would like to strengthen the tooling, services, documentation, robustness, security and clarity of Linux network abstractions to provide fast, reliable and secure connections for Ubuntu.The network stack is one of the most critical aspects of any operating system where stability, reliability and uptime are paramount.Its ease of use and reliability contribute to Ubuntu's success from IoT, Desktop, Server to the Cloud.We are expanding our Foundations team to focus our efforts on this essential function and are looking for people passionate about lower level technologies involved in an operating system's network stack.As a Linux System Engineer, you will maintain and integrate core components involved in the network stack of the Ubuntu Distribution.You will be discussing design with other team members, upstream projects, mentor less senior engineers and participate in code reviews and design reviews.You will also be working with other teams to ensure architecture decisions improve the overall performance and experience of Ubuntu.Location: This role will be based remotely in the AMERICAS regionThe role entailsCollaborate proactively with a distributed teamShape software-define networking products for evolving data center architectures to meet ever-increasing bandwidth, reliability, security, and interoperability demandsWrite high-quality, well-designed and well-documented softwareDebug issues and produce high-quality code to fix themCollaborate proactively with a globally distributed organizationContribute to technical documentation to make it the best of its kindDisplay technical leadership internally, towards our partners, and in the open source communitiesInfluence open-source projects and communitiesShape innovative product strategiesWork from home with global travel 2 to 4 weeks a year for internal and external eventsWhat we are looking for in youDeep understanding and passion for Linux networking, from kernel to user spaceProfessional experience with computer networks, including virtual networks, distributed systems as well as understanding of hardware offloading technologies.Interest in systemd-networkd, NetworkManager, ModemManager, iwd, conman, bluez, iproute2, Open vSwitch, WireGuard and similar software componentsFluency in at least one of Golang, C/C++, Rust or PythonExperience with Linux (Debian or Ubuntu preferred)Interest in packaging software for Debian and UbuntuExceptional academic track record from both high school and universityUndergraduate degree in a technical subject or a compelling narrative about your alternative chosen pathYou love technology and working with brilliant peopleYou are passionate, curious, flexible, articulate, and accountableYou value soft skills and are passionate, enterprising, thoughtful, and self-motivatedAbility to travel internationally twice a year for company events up to two weeks longWhat we offer colleaguesDistributed work environment with twice-yearly team sprints in personPersonal learning and development budget of USD 2,000 per yearAnnual compensation reviewRecognition rewardsAnnual holiday leaveMaternity and paternity leaveTeam Member Assistance Program & Wellness PlatformOpportunity to travel to new locations to meet colleaguesPriority Pass and travel upgrades for long-haul company eventsCanonical is an equal opportunity employer.We are proud to foster a workplace free from discrimination.Diversity of experience, perspectives, and background create a better work environment and better products.Whatever your identity, we will give your application fair consideration.#J-18808-Ljbffr