Canonical
Overview
Junior Linux Kernel Engineer - Ubuntu
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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 breakthrough enterprise initiatives across public cloud, data science, AI, engineering innovation, and IoT. The Canonical Kernel Team builds and maintains all supported Ubuntu Linux kernels for a variety of platforms and architectures, including embedded devices to desktop/server and cloud environments.
What you will do
Collaborate regularly and proactively with a globally distributed team
Learn from senior mentors to understand the inner workings of the Linux kernel and how it is distributed
Work closely with external silicon, cloud, or hardware manufacturer delivery teams on bleeding-edge platforms
Diagnose and resolve kernel issues reported by customers, the community, and through rigorous testing
Take personal responsibility for delivering various flavors of the Ubuntu Linux kernel
Improve tooling and automation for delivery and testing of Ubuntu Linux kernels
Submit, review, and apply kernel patches, working with internal and upstream maintainers
Qualifications
Recent university graduates or early career professionals with enthusiasm to develop kernel-level software in security updates, patching, and testing
Background in software engineering; motivated to work in a distributed team
Ability to write high-quality C and possibly Rust
Understanding of operating system kernel fundamentals
Familiarity with version control practices, ideally Git
Ability to travel twice a year for company events
Good communication in English (written and verbal)
Nice-to-have skills
Interest and experience in Rust
Python and Bash scripting ability
Prior experience with Ubuntu/Debian/Snap packaging
Demonstrated experience with kernel patching and debugging
Strong grasp of device drivers, BSPs, and other low-level system engineering
Location We have home-based Kernel Teams in every timezone.
What we offer colleagues
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
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 recruit on a global basis and set a very high standard for people joining the company. We expect excellence; to succeed, we need to be the best at what we do. Most colleagues at Canonical have worked from home since our inception in 2004. Working here is a step into the future and will challenge you to think differently, work smarter, learn new skills, and raise your game.
Equal opportunity employer Canonical is an equal opportunity employer. We are proud to foster a workplace free from discrimination. Diversity of experience, perspectives, and background create a better work environment and better products. Whatever your identity, we will give your application fair consideration.
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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 breakthrough enterprise initiatives across public cloud, data science, AI, engineering innovation, and IoT. The Canonical Kernel Team builds and maintains all supported Ubuntu Linux kernels for a variety of platforms and architectures, including embedded devices to desktop/server and cloud environments.
What you will do
Collaborate regularly and proactively with a globally distributed team
Learn from senior mentors to understand the inner workings of the Linux kernel and how it is distributed
Work closely with external silicon, cloud, or hardware manufacturer delivery teams on bleeding-edge platforms
Diagnose and resolve kernel issues reported by customers, the community, and through rigorous testing
Take personal responsibility for delivering various flavors of the Ubuntu Linux kernel
Improve tooling and automation for delivery and testing of Ubuntu Linux kernels
Submit, review, and apply kernel patches, working with internal and upstream maintainers
Qualifications
Recent university graduates or early career professionals with enthusiasm to develop kernel-level software in security updates, patching, and testing
Background in software engineering; motivated to work in a distributed team
Ability to write high-quality C and possibly Rust
Understanding of operating system kernel fundamentals
Familiarity with version control practices, ideally Git
Ability to travel twice a year for company events
Good communication in English (written and verbal)
Nice-to-have skills
Interest and experience in Rust
Python and Bash scripting ability
Prior experience with Ubuntu/Debian/Snap packaging
Demonstrated experience with kernel patching and debugging
Strong grasp of device drivers, BSPs, and other low-level system engineering
Location We have home-based Kernel Teams in every timezone.
What we offer colleagues
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
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 recruit on a global basis and set a very high standard for people joining the company. We expect excellence; to succeed, we need to be the best at what we do. Most colleagues at Canonical have worked from home since our inception in 2004. Working here is a step into the future and will challenge you to think differently, work smarter, learn new skills, and raise your game.
Equal opportunity employer Canonical is an equal opportunity employer. We are proud to foster a workplace free from discrimination. Diversity of experience, perspectives, and background create a better work environment and better products. Whatever your identity, we will give your application fair consideration.
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