Remote Linux Systems Engineer — Ubuntu Optimization

DaParrot Ltd

United States

Remote

USD 120,000 - 160,000

Full time

3 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote
Learning budget
Annual compensation review
Recognition rewards
Annual holiday leave
Parental Leave
Employee Assistance Program
Travel to sprints
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Job summary

Canonical is seeking a skilled Linux platform engineer to design and optimise Ubuntu integration for the latest IoT and server hardware. You will work with silicon partners and open source communities, contributing across kernel to GUI, and lead complex customer engagements from cloud to edge.

The role is remote globally and requires a CS/STEM degree with strong C/C++ and Linux packaging experience, focusing on performance and reliability.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, STEM or similar is required.
  • Experience with Linux packaging (Debian, RPM, Yocto) is required.
  • Experience with open source communities and licences.
  • Ability to work in a globally distributed team with self-discipline and motivation.

Responsibilities

  • Design and implement the best Ubuntu integration for the latest IoT and server-class hardware platforms and software stacks.
  • Work with partners to deliver an optimised, first class Ubuntu experience on their platforms.
  • Take a holistic approach to the Ubuntu experience on partner platforms with inputs on technical plans, testing strategy, quality metrics.
  • Participate as technical lead on complex customer engagements involving complete system architectures from cloud to edge.
  • Help customers integrate their apps, SDKs, build device OS images, optimise applications with Ubuntu Core, Desktop and Server.
  • Work with the most advanced operating systems and application technologies available in the enterprise world.

Skills

C
C++
Linux packaging (Debian, RPM, Yocto)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, STEM or similar

Tools

Docker
Kubernetes

Job description

Canonical is seeking a skilled Linux platform engineer to design and optimise Ubuntu integration for the latest IoT and server hardware. You will work with silicon partners and open source communities, contributing across kernel to GUI, and lead complex customer engagements from cloud to edge.

The role is remote globally and requires a CS/STEM degree with strong C/C++ and Linux packaging experience, focusing on performance and reliability.

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