Remote Linux Devices Engineer — Embedded & Kernel

Canonical; Sherbrooke; Remote; CAD 111,000 - 168,000; Full time

Job summary

A pioneering tech firm is seeking a Linux software engineer to contribute to open source and embedded systems software. The role involves working with the latest Linux technologies, maintaining device-oriented software stacks, and optimizing the Ubuntu kernel. Candidates should be fluent in programming languages such as Golang, C, C++, or Rust, with a strong passion for innovation. This job offers a remote-first work culture and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Personal learning and development budget of USD 2,000 per year

Annual compensation review

Maternity and paternity leave

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Exceptional academic track record from high school and university.
• Passion for open source and embedded systems software.
• Ability to travel for company events.

Responsibilities

• Work with the latest Linux kernel and open source technologies.
• Integrate and maintain device-oriented software stacks.
• Optimize the Ubuntu kernel and libraries for silicon-specific capabilities.

Skills

Fluency in Golang

Experience with C

Experience with C++

Experience with Rust

Strong communication skills

Education

Undergraduate degree in Computer Science or STEM

Tools

Linux (Debian or Ubuntu)

Shell scripting

Python

Job description

A pioneering tech firm is seeking a Linux software engineer to contribute to open source and embedded systems software. The role involves working with the latest Linux technologies, maintaining device-oriented software stacks, and optimizing the Ubuntu kernel. Candidates should be fluent in programming languages such as Golang, C, C++, or Rust, with a strong passion for innovation. This job offers a remote-first work culture and opportunities for professional development.