Ubuntu Core Software Engineer

Canonical; City of Albany (NY); Remote; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Canonical is seeking an Ubuntu Core Software Engineer to enhance the Linux experience in embedded environments. This entry-level role involves designing software for various CPU architectures and collaborating with a global team. Ideal candidates will have a passion for open source, a degree in Computer Science, and experience with Linux systems.

Benefits

Annual learning and development budget of USD 2,000

Regular compensation reviews and recognition rewards

Generous leave policies, including maternity and paternity leave

Wellness programs and travel opportunities

Distributed work environment with biannual in-person team sprints

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Design and implement software across various CPU architectures.
• Work on boot mechanisms, bootloaders, and kernels.
• Collaborate with a distributed team and review code.

Skills

Collaboration

Communication

Curiosity

Flexibility

Accountability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or STEM

Tools

C

Golang

Shell scripting

Linux

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 top public cloud and silicon providers, and industry leaders across sectors. The company is founder-led, profitable, and growing, with a distributed team of 1200+ colleagues in 75+ countries.

Role Overview

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

Responsibilities

1. Design and implement software across various CPU architectures (ARM, RISC-V, X86).
2. Work on boot mechanisms, bootloaders, storage partition layouts, device trees, kernels, and services.
3. Collaborate with a distributed team, review code, and participate in idea discussions.
4. Maintain and integrate diverse bootloaders and gadget snaps.
5. Travel 2-4 times a year for internal and external events.

Qualifications

• Passion for technology and collaboration with talented teams.
• Curiosity, flexibility, communication skills, and accountability.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, STEM, or equivalent.
• Experience with C, Golang, Shell scripting.
• Strong understanding of Linux, preferably Debian or Ubuntu.
• Experience with Linux-capable devices like Raspberry Pi.
• Interest or experience in low-level systems and security (e.g., bootloaders, systemd, Linux security features).
• Knowledge of Yocto is a plus.

Benefits

• Distributed work environment with biannual in-person team sprints.
• Annual learning and development budget of USD 2,000.
• Regular compensation reviews and recognition rewards.
• Generous leave policies, including maternity and paternity leave.
• Wellness programs and travel opportunities.

About Canonical

Canonical is at the forefront of open source innovation, publishing Ubuntu, a key platform for AI, IoT, and cloud. We value excellence, diversity, and a high standard of work. Working remotely since 2004, we foster a future-focused, inclusive workplace.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Engineering and IT
• Industries: Healthcare, Non-profit, Government