Ubuntu Core Software Engineer

Canonical; Tacoma (WA); Remote; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Canonical is seeking an Ubuntu Core Software Engineer to enhance the Linux experience in IoT environments. This role requires expertise in low-level operating systems and a passion for open source, focusing on security and upgradability. Join a global team dedicated to building robust solutions for diverse industries.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

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

Skills

C

Golang

Shell scripting

Linux

Low-level systems

Security

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Job description

Join to apply for the Ubuntu Core Software Engineer role at Canonical.

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. The company is founder-led, profitable, and growing, with a distributed team of over 1200 colleagues in more than 75 countries. We meet in person 2-4 times a year in interesting locations worldwide to align on strategy and execution.

We are hiring an Ubuntu Core Software Engineer to innovate the Linux experience in embedded environments with a focus on security, upgradability, and minimalism for the IoT market. This role suits a software engineer passionate about open source, Linux, security, and developer experience, requiring high technical skill with low-level operating systems, kernels, and device firmware.

Our mission is to enable building robust solutions in IoT, automotive, and aviation using a next-generation secure embedded Linux OS. We develop reliable device recovery mechanisms to simplify and standardize field operations for heterogeneous device fleets.

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

Build a rewarding career with top talent at Canonical, a growing international software company.

Location

This role is remote within the EMEA region.

Role Responsibilities

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

Candidate Requirements

1. Passion for technology and collaboration with talented teams.
2. Curiosity, flexibility, articulation, and accountability.
3. Soft skills, passion, initiative, thoughtfulness, and self-motivation.
4. Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Computer Science, STEM, or related field.
5. Experience with C or Golang, Shell scripting.
6. Solid understanding of Linux, preferably Debian or Ubuntu.
7. Experience with Linux-capable devices like Raspberry Pi.
8. Interest or experience in low-level systems and security (e.g., bootloaders, systemd, security modules).
9. Knowledge of Yocto is a plus.