Ubuntu Core Software Engineer

Canonical; Charlotte (NC); Remote; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Canonical is seeking an Ubuntu Core Software Engineer to redefine the Linux experience in embedded environments. This remote role involves designing software for various CPU architectures and collaborating with a global team. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in Linux, C, and security, and a passion for open source technology.

Benefits

USD 2,000 annual learning and development budget

Annual compensation review and recognition rewards

Generous holiday, maternity, and paternity leave

Wellness and assistance programs

Opportunities to travel and meet colleagues globally

Qualifications

• Experience with Linux-capable devices like Raspberry Pi.
• Solid understanding of Linux, preferably Debian or Ubuntu.
• Interest or experience in low-level systems and security.

Responsibilities

• Write high-quality code with unit tests for new features.
• Debug Linux system issues and produce fixes.
• Collaborate proactively with a distributed team.

Skills

C

Golang

Shell scripting

Linux

Security facilities

Education

Bachelor's in Computer Science

Tools

Yocto

Job description

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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 leading public cloud and silicon providers, and industry leaders across sectors. We are a pioneer in global distributed collaboration, with 1200+ colleagues in 75+ countries and few office-based roles. Teams meet a few times a year in various global locations for strategy and alignment.

The company is founder-led, profitable, and growing.

We are hiring an Ubuntu Core Software Engineer to redefine Linux experience in embedded environments with a secure, updatable OS in the IoT market. This role is ideal for a software engineer passionate about open source, Linux, security, and developer experience, requiring high technical skill with low-level OS, kernel, and device firmware.

Our mission is to enable building robust solutions in fields like IoT, automotive, and aviation using a secure embedded Linux OS. We focus on device recovery mechanisms to simplify field operations for heterogeneous device fleets.

As part of the Ubuntu Core team, you'll design and implement software on various CPU architectures such as ARM, RISC-V, and x86, working on boot mechanisms, bootloaders, storage, device trees, kernel, and services.

Build a meaningful career at Canonical, working with top talent in a growing international company.

Location

This role is remote within the EMEA region.

Role Responsibilities

1. Write high-quality code with unit tests for new features.
2. Debug Linux system issues and produce fixes.
3. Collaborate proactively with a distributed team.
4. Review code from other engineers.
5. Discuss ideas and find solutions collaboratively.
6. Integrate diverse bootloaders and maintain gadget snaps.
7. Work remotely with global travel 2-4 times annually for events.

Candidate Requirements

• Passion for technology and working with talented people.
• Curious, flexible, articulate, and responsible.
• Soft skills: passionate, enterprising, thoughtful, self-motivated.
• Bachelor's or equivalent in Computer Science, STEM, or similar.
• Experience with C or 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 facilities such as bootloaders, systemd, Linux security (TPM, FDE, LUKS, HSM).
• Knowledge of Yocto is a plus.

What We Offer

• Distributed work environment with biannual in-person team sprints.
• USD 2,000 annual learning and development budget.
• Annual compensation review and recognition rewards.
• Generous holiday, maternity, and paternity leave.
• Wellness and assistance programs.
• Opportunities to travel and meet colleagues globally.

About Canonical

Canonical leads in open source innovation, publishing Ubuntu, a key platform for AI, IoT, and cloud. We hire globally, expect excellence, and promote a high standard of work. Since 2004, most employees work remotely, fostering a future-focused, flexible work environment.

Canonical is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We value all identities and backgrounds, ensuring fair consideration for every applicant.