Canonical is a leading provider of open source software and operating systems, particularly known for its platform, Ubuntu, which is widely used in enterprise initiatives such as public cloud, data science, AI, engineering innovation, and IoT. The role of Security Software Engineer involves being integrated across product teams and primarily focusing on enhancing security practices. This includes tasking engineers with activities like threat modeling, architecture reviews, vulnerability response, and contributions to open source projects.
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Location: Jiddah, Makkah, Saudi Arabia (Remote)
Job Type: Full-time
The position requires strong self-discipline and motivation to be productive in a globally distributed team. Candidates must be prepared for mandatory international travel at least twice a year.
Responsibilities:
- Define, implement, and document new security features.
- Lead security initiatives within product engineering teams.
- Analyze, fix, and test vulnerabilities in open source software.
- Audit source code for vulnerabilities and contribute to community projects.
- Integrate new tools into security infrastructure and maintain security certifications.
What We Are Looking For:
- Strong academic background in Computer Science or STEM-related fields.
- Experience in programming languages such as C, C++, Python, Go, Rust, Java, Ruby, PHP, or JavaScript/Typescript.
- Familiarity with Linux, preferably Debian or Ubuntu.
- Professional written and spoken English.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Optional Skills:
- Experience with security certifications (e.g., FIPS, Common Criteria).
- Knowledge of cryptographic modules and security assessments.
What We Offer:
- Competitive salary and performance-driven annual bonus.
- Additional benefits including personal learning budget, annual compensation review, maternity and paternity leave, and travel opportunities.
- A distributed work environment with in-person team sprints twice a year.
Language Requirements: Professional written and spoken English is mandatory.
Canonical is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and encourages applications from individuals of all backgrounds.
