Linux Software Engineer

Linux Software Engineer - Ubuntu for Next-Gen Silicon 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 breakthrough enterprise initiatives such as public cloud, data science, AI, engineering innovation, and IoT. This is a globally remote role on the Canonical Partner Engineering Team, which works across the full Linux stack to ensure new silicon technologies (hardware accelerators, AI stacks, confidential computing, networking, virtualization, and containerization stacks) are optimized for new silicon. Responsibilities Collaborate proactively within a distributed team Foster a software ecosystem with a seamless user experience for all Ubuntu users Evaluate contributions of other engineers to maintain high‑quality software standards Shape the future of Ubuntu through new ideas in your areas of interest and by advising on work being done elsewhere Collaborate with other teams in the Ubuntu and Debian communities, upstream projects, and commercially supported customers Debug open‑source code and team‑maintained code Help customers integrate their apps, SDKs, build OS images, and optimize applications with Ubuntu Core, Desktop, and Server Maintain Ubuntu, silicon features, and silicon‑optimized packages across platforms and technologies such as: Servers, HPC and AI systems, IoT devices, PCs, SmartNICs, and automotive systems AI stacks Graphics, audio, and multimedia stacks Virtualisation and Containers Hardware enablement stacks New architectures, architecture variants, and optimised toolchains Package management and dependencies Platform security (secure boot, FDE, Ubuntu Core, Confidential Computing) Work from home with global travel 2–4 weeks for internal events Qualifications Exceptional academic track record at high school and university level Undergraduate degree in a technical subject or a compelling narrative of an alternative chosen path Passion for technology and working with brilliant people Curious, flexible, articulate, accountable, and self‑motivated Strong fundamentals in C, C++, and Python Experience or interest in learning Linux distribution packaging Experience or interest in open‑source maintenance or contribution and licenses Fundamental understanding of package management and dependency resolution Additional Skills That You Might Also Bring Experience with one or more of the following: Graphics, audio, or multimedia stacks Virtualization and containers (Docker, OCI, Kubernetes) Hardware enablement for platforms and devices, including SmartNICs, NVMe storage, GPUs, audio components, and sensors Performance optimization Toolchain development and maintenance Networking protocols and technologies (TCP/IP, DHCP, HTTP/REST) Security best practices IoT and embedded systems, including board‑level hardware, SoCs, BMCs, bootloaders, firmware, operating systems, applications, and services Benefits Distributed work environment with twice‑yearly team sprints in person Personal learning and development budget of USD 2,000 per year Annual compensation review Recognition rewards Annual holiday leave Maternity and paternity leave Team Member Assistance Program & Wellness Platform Opportunity to travel to new locations to meet colleagues Priority Pass and travel upgrades for long‑haul company events About Canonical Canonical is a pioneering tech firm at the forefront of the global move to open source. As the company that publishes Ubuntu, one of the most important open‑source projects and the platform for AI, IoT and the cloud, we are changing the world on a daily basis. Canonical has been a remote‑first company since 2004 and recruits on a global basis, setting a very high standard for people joining the company. Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion Canonical is an equal opportunity employer. We are proud to foster a workplace free from discrimination. Diversity of experience, perspectives, and backgrounds create a better work environment and better products. Whatever your identity, we will give your application fair consideration. #J-18808-Ljbffr