Ubuntu Core Software Engineer

Canonical; Calgary; Remote; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Canonical is seeking an Ubuntu Core Software Engineer to enhance the Linux experience in embedded environments. This remote role involves writing high-quality code, debugging, and collaborating with a distributed team. Ideal candidates have a passion for technology, experience with Linux, and skills in C and Golang. Canonical offers a supportive work environment with opportunities for travel and professional growth.

Benefits

Distributed work environment with biannual in-person sprints

USD 2,000 annual learning and development budget

Annual compensation review and recognition rewards

Generous leave policies, including maternity and paternity leave

Wellness programs and assistance

Travel opportunities and company event upgrades

Qualifications

• Experience with C, Golang, and Shell scripting.
• Solid understanding of Linux, preferably Debian or Ubuntu.
• Interest in low-level systems and security features.

Responsibilities

• Writing high-quality code with unit tests for new features.
• Debugging Linux system issues and providing fixes.
• Collaborating proactively with a distributed team.

Skills

C

Golang

Shell scripting

Linux

Low-level systems

Security features

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, STEM, or related field

Tools

Yocto

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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 enterprise initiatives such as public cloud, data science, AI, engineering innovation, and IoT. Our customers include top public cloud and silicon providers, and industry leaders across sectors. The company is founder-led, profitable, and growing, with over 1200 colleagues in 75+ countries, primarily remote with occasional in-person meetings.

We are hiring an Ubuntu Core Software Engineer to innovate the Linux experience in embedded environments with the smallest, most secure, and updatable OS in the IoT market. This role suits a passionate software engineer with expertise in open source, Linux, security, and low-level OS development. Responsibilities include working on boot mechanisms, bootloaders, storage layout, device trees, kernel, and services across various CPU architectures like ARM, RISC-V, and x86.

As part of the Ubuntu Core team, you'll design and implement software for diverse hardware, contributing to device recovery mechanisms and standardization for heterogeneous device fleets. This is a remote role based in the EMEA region, with opportunities for global travel.

The role entails

1. Writing high-quality code with unit tests for new features
2. Debugging Linux system issues and providing fixes
3. Collaborating proactively with a distributed team
4. Reviewing code from peers
5. Discussing and developing solutions collaboratively
6. Integrating bootloaders and maintaining gadget snaps
7. Working remotely with occasional travel

What we are looking for in you

• A passion for technology and teamwork
• Curiosity, flexibility, articulation, and accountability
• Soft skills, passion, and self-motivation
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Computer Science, STEM, or related field
• Experience with C, Golang, Shell scripting
• Solid understanding of Linux, preferably Debian or Ubuntu
• Experience with Linux-capable devices like Raspberry Pi
• Interest or experience in low-level systems and security features such as bootloaders, systemd, Linux security (TPM, FDE, LUKS, HSM)
• Knowledge of Yocto is a plus

What we offer colleagues

• Distributed work environment with biannual in-person sprints
• USD 2,000 annual learning and development budget
• Annual compensation review and recognition rewards
• Generous leave policies, including maternity and paternity leave
• Wellness programs and assistance
• Travel opportunities and company event upgrades

About Canonical

Canonical is a pioneer in open source, publishing Ubuntu, a key platform for AI, IoT, and cloud. We hire globally, uphold high standards, and promote a diverse, inclusive workplace. Working remotely since 2004, we challenge you to think differently, learn continuously, and excel in your career.

Canonical is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and fairness in hiring practices.