Ubuntu Core Software Engineer

Canonical; Buenos Aires; Teletrabalho; USD 60.000 - 100.000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Join a forward-thinking company as an Ubuntu Core Software Engineer, where you will redefine the Linux experience in embedded environments. In this exciting role, you will work on cutting-edge technology, integrating bootloaders, debugging Linux systems, and collaborating with a talented global team. This position offers the chance to contribute to the next-generation secure embedded Linux OS, making a significant impact across various fields like IoT and automotive. If you are passionate about open source software and eager to work in a dynamic environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualificações

• Experience with C or Golang, and Shell scripting.
• Solid understanding of Linux, preferably Debian or Ubuntu.

Responsabilidades

• Integrate diverse bootloaders and maintain gadget snaps.
• Write high-quality code with unit tests to develop new features.

Conhecimentos

C

Golang

Shell scripting

Linux

Low-level systems knowledge

Security features knowledge

Formação académica

Bachelor's in Computer Science

STEM degree

Ferramentas

Yocto

Debian

Ubuntu

Raspberry Pi

Descrição da oferta de emprego

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Redefine the Linux experience in embedded environments with the smallest, most secure, and updatable operating system in the IoT market. This role is ideal for a software engineer passionate about open source software, Linux, security, and developer experience. It requires high technical skills in low-level operating systems, kernel, and device firmware.

Our mission is to enable building robust solutions across fields like IoT, automotive, and aviation using the next-generation secure embedded Linux OS. We focus on reliable device recovery mechanisms to simplify and standardize field operations for diverse appliances.

As part of the Ubuntu Core team, you'll design and implement software across various CPU architectures such as ARM, RISC-V, and x86, working on boot mechanisms, bootloaders, storage layouts, device trees, kernels, and services.

Build a rewarding career with talented professionals at Canonical, a growing international software company.

What you'll do

• Integrate diverse bootloaders and maintain gadget snaps
• Write high-quality code with unit tests to develop new features
• Debug Linux system issues and produce fixes
• Collaborate proactively with a distributed team
• Review code from other engineers
• Discuss ideas and develop solutions
• Work remotely with global travel 2-4 times a year for events

Who you are

• You love technology and working with talented people
• You are curious, flexible, articulate, and responsible
• You value soft skills and are passionate, enterprising, thoughtful, and self-motivated
• You hold a Bachelor's or equivalent in Computer Science, STEM, or related fields
• You have experience with C or Golang, and Shell scripting
• You have a solid understanding of Linux, preferably Debian or Ubuntu
• You have experience with Linux-capable devices like Raspberry Pi
• You have knowledge or interest in low-level systems and security features such as:
• Bootloaders in ARM and x86 (e.g., piboot, uboot, grub-uefi)
• Systemd, udev, initrd, graphics
• OS firmware daemons and CLI applications
• Linux security (TPM, FDE, LUKS, HSM, etc.)
• You may have experience with Yocto

About Canonical

Canonical is a growing international software company working with the open-source community to deliver Ubuntu, the world's best free software platform. Our services help businesses reduce costs, improve efficiency, and enhance security with Ubuntu.

We foster a workplace free from discrimination. Diversity of experience, perspectives, and background enriches our environment and products. We welcome all applicants for fair consideration.