Ubuntu Linux Kernel Engineer - Silicon Enablement

Canonical; Chihuahua; A distancia; MXN 1,502,000 - 2,254,000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A technology company is seeking an experienced hardware-level software engineer to support Ubuntu Linux kernel optimization. Key responsibilities include collaborating with global teams, resolving kernel issues, and improving performance on silicon platforms. Candidates should possess strong C programming skills and an understanding of OS kernel fundamentals. This role offers work-from-home flexibility and an annual learning budget.

Servicios

Annual learning and development budget of USD 2,000

Performance reviews and bonuses

Comprehensive benefits

Formación

• Self-motivated, well-organized, and capable of remote work.
• Strong programming skills in C.
• Professional communication skills in English.

Responsabilidades

• Collaborating with a globally distributed team.
• Working with silicon vendor partners to integrate platform support.
• Diagnosing and resolving kernel issues.

Conocimientos

Strong programming skills in C

Professional communication skills in English

Self-motivated and well-organized

Knowledge of device drivers

Understanding of OS kernel fundamentals

Herramientas

git

Python

Bash scripting

Descripción del empleo

Ubuntu Linux, already the most popular Linux distribution in the world, is looking to increase its adoption further by expanding support for System On Chip (SoC) platforms and optimizing performance for users. There is strong demand from silicon manufacturers such as NVIDIA, Xilinx, MediaTek, and Qualcomm to provide Ubuntu Linux to their customers. Canonical aims to broaden its silicon enablement teams to meet this challenge. The Canonical Kernel Team, responsible for building, maintaining, and distributing the Linux kernel for Ubuntu, seeks individuals passionate about hardware-level software development and performance optimization.

The successful candidate should demonstrate a strong aptitude for hardware-level software engineering. While direct experience with the Linux kernel is advantageous, candidates with backgrounds in RTOS or bare-metal environments are also encouraged to apply, provided they can demonstrate relevant hardware experience.

Various work-from-home roles are available worldwide, suitable for candidates from early career to senior industry veterans.

Responsibilities include:

• Collaborating with a globally distributed team
• Working with silicon vendor partners to integrate platform support into the Ubuntu Linux kernel
• Diagnosing and resolving kernel issues reported by partners, customers, and the community
• Delivering silicon-optimized Ubuntu Linux kernel variants
• Improving tooling and automation for kernel delivery and testing
• Submitting and reviewing kernel patches with upstream maintainers
• Maximizing performance on partner silicon platforms

Qualifications:

• Self-motivated, well-organized, and capable of remote work
• Professional communication skills in English
• Strong programming skills in C
• Knowledge of device drivers, BSPs, and hardware-level system engineering
• Experience with git
• Understanding of OS kernel fundamentals
• Willingness to travel twice a year for company events

Preferred skills:

• Python and Bash scripting
• Experience with major SoC families
• Ubuntu/Debian/Snap packaging
• Linux kernel patching and debugging
• Performance optimization for silicon platforms

What we offer:

• Home-based work with biannual in-person team sprints
• Annual learning and development budget of USD 2,000
• Performance reviews and bonuses
• Comprehensive benefits reflecting our values

About Canonical:
Canonical is a leader in open source, publishing Ubuntu, a key platform for AI, IoT, and cloud. We are a remote-first company since 2004, committed to excellence and diversity. We value innovation, learning, and high standards.

Canonical is an equal opportunity employer. We promote a workplace free from discrimination, valuing diversity and inclusion in all applications.