About the Job:
This role is part of a general track at Canonical, focused on engineering teams working on low-level system technology for autonomous devices. We seek careful and conscientious engineers who embrace the challenges of memory, performance, and connectivity-constrained code that must function reliably across various silicon architectures, including x86, ARM, and RISC-V.
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Canonical Ubuntu is the leading Linux platform for software engineers, desktops, cloud, and IoT. We aim to bring open source to the world as a high-performance, safe, and secure solution for enterprise computing and connected devices. Our work includes:
- Development of Ubuntu Core, a containerized version of Ubuntu designed for appliance and connected device environments.
- Collaboration with leading silicon companies to optimize Ubuntu on their hardware, ensuring perfect functionality in embedded systems.
As a Linux Devices Software Engineer at Canonical, you will:
- Engage in software development across various teams including Ubuntu Core, kernel development, hardware certification, and more.
- Work with the latest Linux kernel and open source technologies.
- Deliver Ubuntu for IoT and server-class hardware platforms and maintain device-oriented software stacks.
- Collaborate with globally distributed teams, displaying technical leadership and contributing to open source communities.
Requirements:
- Exceptional academic track record.
- Undergraduate degree in Computer Science or STEM, or equivalent experience.
- Experience with Linux (preferably Debian or Ubuntu).
- Proficiency in at least one of the following programming languages: Golang, C, C++, or Rust.
- Professional written and spoken English.
- Strong interpersonal skills and self-motivation.
Additional Skills:
- Experience with Debian/Ubuntu packaging.
- Understanding of build systems, toolchains, and cross-compilation.
- Familiarity with firmware, power management, and computer architecture (x86, ARM, RISC-V).
- Knowledge of electrical engineering design tools is a plus.
What We Offer:
- Competitive compensation with annual reviews.
- Performance-driven annual bonus and recognition rewards.
- Benefits including personal learning and development budget, annual leave, and family leave.
- Opportunities for travel to meet colleagues globally.
Company Overview:
Canonical is a pioneering firm in the open-source movement, recognized for publishing Ubuntu, a platform for AI, IoT, and the cloud. We maintain a remote-first work culture and prioritize diversity, ensuring a workplace free from discrimination.
