We are seeking an experienced software engineer passionate about Linux systems, hardware architectures, Ubuntu, and the open source community to join the Ubuntu Foundations Engineering team. Your primary responsibility will be to maintain and enhance the Ubuntu bootloader stack to provide fast, reliable, and secure Ubuntu systems across all devices and in the cloud.
The boot process is a critical aspect of any operating system where stability, reliability, and security are paramount. The efficiency and quality of the boot process significantly contribute to Ubuntu’s success across Desktop, Server, and Cloud environments. We are expanding our Foundations team to focus on this essential function, looking for individuals who are passionate about lower-level technologies encompassing hardware, firmware, and Linux during operating system startup.
Applicants should be comfortable working with Secure Boot, Measured Boot, Full Disk Encryption, and other modern boot process technologies. This role involves highly technical work, requiring a careful and systematic approach to software development.
As a Linux System Engineer, you will engage in the architecture, design, and development of core components involved in the boot and startup of the Ubuntu Distribution. Your work will often involve interaction with the upstream community on projects like Grub, shim, and u-boot. You will mentor less senior engineers, participate in code reviews and design discussions, and work collaboratively with other teams to enhance the overall performance and user experience of Ubuntu.
Key Responsibilities:
- Collaborate proactively with a distributed team.
- Define and shape the boot architecture of Ubuntu with a highly technical team.
- Write high-quality code to create new features and contribute upstream.
- Contribute to feature and bug fixes in projects including Grub, shim, u-boot, and associated tools.
- Debug issues and produce high-quality fixes.
- Review code produced by other engineers and discuss innovative solutions.
Valued Skills, Approach, and Experience:
- Development experience with early boot software like TF-A, OP-TEE, U-Boot, shim, GRUB, or the Linux kernel.
- Experience on non-x86 platforms such as ARM and RISC-V.
- A passion for technology and collaboration with talented individuals.
- A long-time Linux user with wide-ranging interests in the future of Linux.
- Experience or interest in learning how to package software for Debian and Ubuntu.
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Computer Science, STEM, or a related field.
- Motivated, curious, flexible, articulate, and accountable.
Work Conditions:
- Work from home with global travel required 2 to 4 weeks a year for internal and external events.
What We Offer:
- Personal learning and development budget.
- Annual compensation review.
- Recognition rewards.
- Annual leave.
- Priority Pass for travel.
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