Canonical, a leading provider of open source software and operating systems, is seeking a Software Engineer for the Core Desktop team. In this role, you will be part of a dedicated team focused on building the next generation of the immutable Ubuntu desktop, aiming to enhance security, reliability, and usability for Linux desktops. This project combines innovative immutable Linux concepts with an advanced Linux desktop experience, providing developers with a superior platform for innovation.
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Key Responsibilities:
- Design and develop elements of the Core Desktop.
- Utilize the latest Linux container technologies, including kernel namespaces, cgroups, apparmor, and seccomp.
- Write high-quality, defensive, and performant code for a large user base.
- Collaborate with team members to understand the complexities of immutable desktops.
- Engage with the Ubuntu community to gather feedback and insights.
- Participate in code reviews to learn about quality standards and architecture.
- Document processes and contribute to team knowledge sharing.
- Attend regular team meetings to discuss progress and challenges.
- Troubleshoot and resolve customer-reported issues, enhancing your debugging skills.
Requirements:
- Outstanding academic results and an undergraduate degree in a technical subject or a compelling alternative path.
- Understanding of software development methodologies and life cycles.
- Passion for technology and collaboration with motivated colleagues.
- Willingness to learn and a strong interest in the challenges of immutable desktop environments.
- Proficiency in Linux containerization technologies and desktop environments.
- Skills in programming languages including C/C++, Go, Python, and Shell scripting.
- Good communication skills for internal and external interactions.
- Ability to travel up to twice a year for company events lasting up to two weeks.
Additional Skills:
- Familiarity with Rust, Golang, and Dart/Flutter is advantageous.
- Initiative to proactively identify opportunities and tackle challenges.
- Curiosity, flexibility, and a strong sense of accountability.
- Strong soft skills, including passion, enterprise, and self-motivation.
Work Conditions:
- Fully remote position with a distributed work environment.
- The role requires attendance at in-person team sprints twice a year.
- Canonical promotes a culture of flexibility and recognizes the contributions of employees through various benefits, including:
- Personal learning and development budget of USD 2,000 per year
- Annual compensation reviews
- Recognition rewards
- Annual leave and parental leave
- Access to an Employee Assistance Programme
- Opportunities for travel to meet colleagues.
About Canonical:
Canonical is at the forefront of the global shift toward open source solutions, publishing Ubuntu, a core platform for AI, IoT, and cloud technology. The company is remote-first and is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace free from discrimination. Candidates from all backgrounds will receive fair consideration for employment.
