Linux Software Engineer

OverviewCanonical 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 public cloud, data science, AI, engineering innovation and IoT.The company is founder-led, profitable, and growing, with ****+ colleagues in 75+ countries and mostly remote roles.Canonical's Partner Engineering Team is looking for open-source enthusiasts to work across the full Linux stack to optimize new silicon technologies for silicon accelerators, AI stacks, confidential computing, networking, virtualization, and containerization stacks.Location: This is a globally remote roleRole and ResponsibilitiesCollaborating proactively within a distributed teamFostering a software ecosystem with a seamless user experience for all Ubuntu usersEvaluating contributions of other engineers to maintain high-quality software standardsShaping the future of Ubuntu by exploring new ideas in your areas of interest and advising on related workCollaborating with other teams in the Ubuntu and Debian communities, upstream projects, and commercially supported customersDebugging issues in open source code and in team-maintained codeHelping customers integrate their apps, SDKs, build OS images, and optimize applications with Ubuntu Core, Desktop and ServerMaintaining Ubuntu, silicon features, and silicon-optimized packages across platforms and technologies including servers, HPC and AI systems, IoT devices, PCs, SmartNICs and automotive systemsWorking with AI stacks, graphics, audio and multimedia stacksManaging virtualization and containers, hardware enablement stacks, and toolchainsSupporting new architectures and optimized toolchains; ensuring package management and dependency handlingParticipation in platform security (secure boot, FDE, Ubuntu Core, Confidential Computing)Willingness to work from home with global travel for internal eventsWhat we are looking for in youExceptional academic track record from high school and universityUndergraduate degree in a technical subject or a compelling narrative about an alternative pathYou love technology and working with brilliant peopleYou are curious, flexible, articulate, and accountableYou value soft skills and are passionate, enterprising, thoughtful, and self-motivatedYou value building partnerships with diverse internal and external groupsStrong fundamentals in C, C++ and PythonExperience or interest in learning Linux distribution packagingExperience or interest in open source maintenance or contribution and licensesFundamental understanding of package management and dependency resolutionAdditional skills that you might also bringExperience with graphics, audio, or multimedia stacksVirtualization and containers (Docker, OCI, Kubernetes)Hardware enablement for platforms and devices, including SmartNICs, NVMe storage, GPUs, audio components, and sensorsPerformance optimizationToolchain development and maintenanceNetworking protocols and technologies (TCP/IP, DHCP, HTTP/REST)Security best practicesIoT and embedded systems, including board-level hardware, SoCs, BMCs, bootloaders, firmware, operating systems, applications, and servicesWhat we offerDistributed work environment with twice-yearly team sprints in personPersonal learning and development budget of USD 2,000 per yearAnnual compensation review and performance-based rewardsCompetitive benefits aligned to local standardsAnnual holiday leave and parental leave optionsWellness and assistance programsOpportunities to travel to meet colleaguesTravel upgrades for long-haul company eventsAbout CanonicalCanonical is a pioneering tech firm at the forefront of the global move to open source.As the company that publishes Ubuntu, we are shaping the world by enabling AI, IoT, and cloud innovations.We recruit on a global basis and maintain a remote-first culture.We expect excellence and invite you to think differently, work smarter, and continuously raise your game.Canonical is an equal opportunity employer and fosters a workplace free from discrimination.We are committed to fair consideration for all applicants.#J-*****-Ljbffr