Ubuntu Software Engineer

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. Our customers include the world's leading public cloud and silicon providers, and industry leaders in many sectors. We are founder‑led, profitable, and growing, with 1,200+ colleagues in 75+ countries and very few office‑based roles. Teams meet 2–4 times a year in person in interesting locations to align strategy and execution. Ubuntu Engineering Organisation Foundations: maintaining foundational software such as architectures, package managers, compilers, toolchains, bootloaders, filesystems, and core utilities Server: designing, evolving, and shipping the Ubuntu Server distribution Desktop: driving Ubuntu Desktop, Ubuntu Core Desktop, WSL, gaming technology, and a suite of modern applications built with Flutter Debcrafters: responsible for the forward movement, maintenance, and overall health of the Ubuntu archive, one of the most abundant repositories of open source software Work Categories Development: design, build and ship new foundational systems software and applications in Rust, Go, Flutter, and Python Architecture: engineer the integration of open source from boot firmware to cloud application deployment Packaging: combine Debian and Snap packaging to ship software in the distribution Automation: build and maintain the machinery responsible for building, testing and shipping Ubuntu Distro Engineering: maintain and evolve a Linux distribution and its repositories Role Path This application track is suitable for professionals at the mid‑point in their career, who possess relevant skills to contribute to Ubuntu but are not yet at a Manager/Lead level. Location We have remote roles open in every time zone. Responsibilities Design, build and ship software in Rust, Go and Python Package, integrate, test and upload open source software to the Ubuntu repositories Debug system‑level issues and deliver robust solutions Author and improve technical and community documentation Contribute to upstream and neighboring open source projects Collaborate as part of a globally distributed team Mentor colleagues to build skills and understanding Develop and refine processes to achieve our goals more efficiently What We Are Looking For in You Exceptional academic track record from high school and university Undergraduate degree in Computer Science or STEM, or a compelling narrative about an alternative path Drive and a track record of exceeding expectations Demonstrated passion for open source software Significant experience with Rust, Go, Python, Flutter or C/C++ Professional written and spoken English Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Ability to travel twice a year, for company events up to two weeks each Nice‑to‑Have Skills Experience with Linux distributions and distribution engineering Experience with software packaging and distribution mechanisms Understanding of build systems and toolchains, including cross‑compilation Performance or Security Engineering experience What We Offer You 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 technology firm at the forefront of the global move to open source. As the publisher of Ubuntu, one of the most important open source projects and the platform for AI, IoT and the cloud, we are changing the world every day. We recruit on a global basis and hold very high standards for our people. Canonical has been a remote‑first company since its inception in 2004. Working here is a step into the future and challenges you to think differently, work smarter, learn new skills, and raise your performance. Canonical is an Equal Opportunity Employer We are proud to foster a workplace free from discrimination. Diversity of experience, perspectives, and background creates a better work environment and better products. Whatever your identity, we will give your application fair consideration. #J-18808-Ljbffr