About the Job:
The company is a leading provider of open source software and operating systems, known for its platform Ubuntu, utilized in various enterprise initiatives including public cloud, data science, AI, engineering innovation, and IoT. With over 1200 colleagues in 75+ countries and few office-based roles, the company encourages global distributed collaboration. The company seeks exceptional security-focused software engineers to join its product teams, ensuring that security considerations are deeply integrated into the development processes.
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Successful candidates will work on all aspects of product security, including feature development, vulnerability response, proactive security measures, and open source community participation. As a key player in a security-oriented product team, you’ll assist in implementing best practices, conducting security audits, and developing innovative solutions for security challenges.
What You'll Do:
- Define, implement, and document new security features.
- Lead security-focused initiatives within product engineering teams.
- Analyze, fix, and test vulnerabilities in open-source software.
- Contribute to Ubuntu and upstream open source projects.
- Audit and analyze source code for vulnerabilities.
- Integrate new tools into security infrastructure and processes.
- Achieve and retain various security certifications.
- Extend and enhance Linux cryptographic components for compliance requirements.
Requirements:
- Exceptional academic record with an undergraduate degree in Computer Science or STEM, or a compelling alternative path.
- Strong understanding of common security vulnerabilities and their resolutions.
- Familiarity with modern software engineering techniques and open source development methodologies.
- Proficiency in one or more programming languages: C, C++, Python, Go, Rust, Java, Ruby, PHP, or JavaScript/Typescript.
- Experience as a security champion within a software development lifecycle.
- Professional written and spoken English.
- Experience with Linux, preferably Debian or Ubuntu.
- Excellent interpersonal skills with self-motivation and accountability.
Optional Skills:
- Experience with Linux kernel and security certifications such as FIPS or Common Criteria (CC).
- Knowledge of cryptographic modules and low-level Linux cryptography APIs.
- Performance engineering experience.
What We Offer:
- Annual compensation review and performance-driven bonuses.
- Personal learning and development budget of USD 2,000 per year.
- Distributed work environment with twice-yearly team sprints.
- Additional benefits, including maternity and paternity leave, employee assistance programs, and opportunities for travel.
Language Requirements:
- Professional written and spoken English is mandatory.
The company is an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. Applications from all backgrounds are encouraged and will be given fair consideration.
