Canonical is a leading provider of open source software and operating systems to the global enterprise and technology markets. Our platform, Ubuntu, is widely used in breakthrough enterprise initiatives such as public cloud, data science, AI, engineering innovation, and IoT.
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We are hiring a System Software Engineer to focus on the modern C and C++ programming languages and their ecosystem on Ubuntu. The role involves delivering the best possible GCC and LLVM runtimes, developer experience, and supporting tooling in Ubuntu. As a System Software Engineer, you will work on critical toolchains to enhance the development, distribution, and consumption of software built with GCC and LLVM. You will collaborate with a distributed team, write high-quality code, debug issues, and review code produced by other engineers. Your contributions will impact the entire Ubuntu family, from Desktop to Server, to cloud images.
Key Responsibilities:
- Collaborate proactively with a distributed team.
- Select, integrate, and package best-of-breed tooling with Ubuntu.
- Write high-quality code to create new features.
- Debug issues and produce high-quality code to fix them.
- Review code and participate in design discussions.
Work Conditions:
- Remote work with global travel (2 to 4 weeks per year for internal and external events).
- A distributed work environment with in-person team sprints twice a year.
Requirements:
- Relevant experience with GCC or LLVM, ideally in cloud-native software and Linux.
- Experience in packaging software for Debian and Ubuntu.
- Strong academic background and a degree in a technical subject or a compelling alternative narrative.
- Passion for technology, strong interpersonal skills, and self-motivation.
- Ability to travel internationally twice a year for company events.
What We Offer:
- Competitive compensation with annual reviews.
- Performance-driven annual bonuses or commissions.
- Personal learning and development budget of USD 2,000 per year.
- Annual holiday leave and maternity/paternity leave.
- Team Member Assistance Program & Wellness Platform.
- Opportunities for travel to new locations to meet colleagues.
Canonical is an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering a workplace free from discrimination, and welcomes applications from all individuals.
