Ubuntu Core Software Engineer

Canonical is a leading provider of open source software and operating systems to the global enterprise and technology markets. We are hiring a Ubuntu Core Software Engineer to redefine the Linux experience in the embedded environments with the smallest, most secure, and updatable operating system in the IoT market.

• Write high quality code with unit tests to create new features
• Debug Linux system level issues and produce high quality code to fix them
• Collaborate proactively with a distributed team
• Review code produced by other engineers
• Discuss ideas and collaborate on finding good solutions
• Integrate diverse bootloaders and maintain gadget snaps
• Work from home with global travel 2 to 4 times a year for internal and external events

• Bachelor’s or equivalent in Computer Science, STEM or similar degree
• Experience with C or Golang, and Shell
• Solid understanding of Linux and a modern GNU/Linux distribution, Debian or Ubuntu preferred
• Personal or professional experience with Linux-capable devices such as Raspberry Pi
• Interest in learning or experience in one or more low-level systems and security facilities
• Experience or knowledge of Yocto

• Performance-driven annual bonus or commission
• Personal learning and development budget of USD 2,000 per year
• Annual compensation review
• Recognition rewards
• Annual holiday leave
• Maternity and paternity leave
• Team Member Assistance Program & Wellness Platform
• Opportunity to travel to new locations to meet colleagues
• Priority Pass and travel upgrades for long-haul company events