Graduate Software Engineer

Canonical; United States; Remote; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Canonical is seeking a graduate software engineer to join a globally distributed team building Ubuntu and open-source infrastructure. Write production code daily in Python, Rust, C/C++, Golang, JavaScript or Java depending on your project.

Contribute to real-world systems powering cloud computing, containers, and enterprise deployments. You'll work with experienced engineers who will mentor your development.

Qualifications

• :Undergraduate degree in Computer Science or related STEM field with substantial programming coursework.
• :Strong command of at least one listed language with ability to write clean, reliable code from day one.
• :Hands-on familiarity with Ubuntu or another Linux distribution.
• :Consistently strong academic results throughout schooling and degree.
• :Portfolio of personal technology projects demonstrating initiative and passion.

Responsibilities

• :Write production code daily in one of Python, Rust, C/C++, Golang, JavaScript or Java.
• :Contribute to real-world systems powering cloud computing, containers and enterprise deployments.
• :Collaborate in a globally distributed team with mentoring from experienced engineers.
• :Deliver meaningful features and improvements and learn through feedback.

Skills

Python

Rust

C/C++

Golang

JavaScript

Java

Education

Bachelors in Computer Science

Bachelors in Mathematics

Tools

Ubuntu/Linux

Job description

Batch: 2025/2026/2027.

About the role

• Join Canonical as a graduate software engineer and grow your skills in a globally distributed team that builds Ubuntu and open-source infrastructure
• Write production code daily in Python, Rust, C/C++, Golang, JavaScript or Java depending on your project and team
• Contribute to real-world systems that power cloud computing, containers, and enterprise deployments across the world
• Work on meaningful features and improvements alongside experienced engineers who will mentor your development

What we're looking for

• An undergraduate degree in Computer Science, Business Informatics, Mathematics or a related STEM field with substantial programming coursework
• Strong command of at least one of Python, Rust, C/C++, Golang, JavaScript or Java, with ability to write clean and reliable code from day one
• Hands‑on familiarity with Ubuntu or another Linux distribution
• Consistently strong academic results throughout your schooling and degree
• A portfolio of personal technology projects built outside your studies that demonstrate initiative and passion
• A track record of pushing beyond what is expected to deliver exceptional outcomes
• Fluency in written and spoken English for collaboration across teams
• Strong problem‑solving instincts paired with curiosity about how systems work
• Genuine interest in learning, self‑reflection and continuous improvement
• Reliability and follow-through on the work you commit to
• Natural ability to work well with others and adapt to new environments and challenges
• Willingness to travel internationally up to two weeks per year for company gatherings and events