Ubuntu Core Software Engineer

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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. We are a pioneer in global distributed collaboration, with 1200+ colleagues in 75+ countries and few office-based roles. Teams meet in person 2-4 times yearly in interesting locations worldwide to align on strategy and execution.The company is founder-led, profitable, and growing.We are hiring an Ubuntu Core Software Engineer to redefine Linux experience in embedded environments with the smallest, most secure, and updatable OS in the IoT market. This role suits a software engineer passionate about open source, Linux, security, and developer experience. It requires high technical skill in low-level OS, kernel, and device firmware.Our mission is to enable building robust solutions in IoT, automotive, aviation, and other fields using the next-gen secure embedded Linux OS. We focus on reliable device recovery mechanisms to simplify field operations for heterogeneous fleets.As part of the Ubuntu Core team, you'll design and implement software for various CPU architectures like ARM, RISC-V, and x86, working on boot mechanisms, bootloaders, storage, device trees, kernel, and services.Build a rewarding career with top tech talent at Canonical, a growing international software company.Location : This role is remote within the EMEA region

The role entails

• Write high-quality code with unit tests for new features
• Debug Linux system issues and produce fixes
• Collaborate proactively with a distributed team
• Review code from other engineers
• Discuss ideas and find good solutions
• Integrate diverse bootloaders and maintain gadget snaps
• Work from home with global travel 2-4 times a year for events

What we are looking for in you

• You love technology and working with brilliant people
• You are curious, flexible, articulate, and accountable
• You value soft skills and are passionate, enterprising, thoughtful, and self-motivated
• You hold a Bachelor's or equivalent in Computer Science, STEM, or similar
• You have experience with C or Golang, and Shell scripting
• You understand Linux and modern GNU/Linux distributions, preferably Debian or Ubuntu
• You have experience with Linux-capable devices like Raspberry Pi
• You are interested in or experienced with low-level systems and security features such as:
• Bootloaders in ARM and x86 (piboot, uboot, grub-uefi)
• Systemd, udev, initrd, graphics
• Firmware daemons and CLI applications
• Linux security (TPM, FDE, LUKS, HSM)
• You may have knowledge of Yocto

What we offer colleagues

We consider location, experience, and performance in shaping worldwide compensation, revisited annually or more often for new grads. Benefits include performance bonuses, development budgets, recognition rewards, leave, parental leave, wellness programs, travel opportunities, and travel perks for company events.

About Canonical

Canonical pioneers open source, publishing Ubuntu, a key platform for AI, IoT, and cloud. We hire globally, set high standards, and expect excellence. Most colleagues work remotely since 2004. Working here challenges you to think differently, learn new skills, and grow.

We are an equal opportunity employer, fostering diversity and fair consideration regardless of identity.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Engineering and IT

Industries

• Healthcare, Non-profits, Government