Lead Linux Kernel Engineer - Remote, High-Impact OS Kernel

Canonical; Emea; On-site; IDR 1,791,793,585 - 2,150,152,302; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Personal learning budget of USD 2,000 per year

Annual compensation review

Opportunity to travel to new locations

Wellness Platform

Job summary

Canonical is looking for a Lead Kernel Engineer to drive innovations within the Ubuntu Linux kernel. This role includes collaborating with partners, enhancing kernel performance, and streamlining third-party component integration. Strong skills in C programming and effective communication in a remote setting are essential.

Canonical offers a unique distributed work environment with a personal learning budget, annual compensation reviews, and opportunities to travel to meet colleagues worldwide.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of the C programming language.
• Demonstrated expertise working in a *nix‑based operating system kernel.
• Well-organised and motivated self-starter.

Responsibilities

• Drive engagements for key Silicon and Cloud partners.
• Lead the mitigation of vulnerabilities for Ubuntu Linux.
• Architect enhancements for performance and reliability.

Skills

C programming language

Communication skills in English

Python scripting

Bash scripting

Git version control system

Ubuntu/Debian/Snap experience

Job description

Canonical is looking for a Lead Kernel Engineer to drive innovations within the Ubuntu Linux kernel. This role includes collaborating with partners, enhancing kernel performance, and streamlining third-party component integration. Strong skills in C programming and effective communication in a remote setting are essential.

Canonical offers a unique distributed work environment with a personal learning budget, annual compensation reviews, and opportunities to travel to meet colleagues worldwide.