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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, as well as industry leaders across sectors. The company is a pioneer of global distributed collaboration, with 1200+ colleagues in 75+ countries and very few office-based roles. Teams meet two to four 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 the Linux experience in embedded environments with the smallest, most secure, and updatable operating system in the IoT market. This role is ideal for a software engineer passionate about open source, Linux, security, and developer experience. It requires high technical skill with low-level OS, kernel, and device firmware.
Our mission is to enable building robust solutions in IoT, automotive, aviation, and more, using the next-gen secure embedded Linux OS. We aim to provide reliable device recovery mechanisms to simplify field operations for heterogeneous appliances.
As part of the Ubuntu Core team, you'll design and implement software on various CPU architectures like ARM, RISC-V, and X86, working on boot mechanisms, bootloaders, storage partitioning, device trees, kernels, and services.
Build a rewarding career working with top talent at Canonical, a growing international software company.
Location :
This role is remote within the EMEA region
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 solutions collaboratively
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 talented 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 well; Debian or Ubuntu preferred
You have experience with Linux-capable devices like Raspberry Pi
You are interested in low-level systems and security facilities such as:
Bootloaders (ARM/X86), e.g., piboot, uboot, grub-uefi
Systemd, udev, initrd, graphics
OS firmware daemons and CLI applications
Linux security features: TPM, FDE, LUKS, HSM, etc.
You may have experience or knowledge of Yocto
What we offer colleagues
Distributed work environment with biannual in-person team sprints
USD 2,000 annual learning and development budget
Annual compensation review
Recognition rewards
Annual holiday leave
Maternity and paternity leave
Wellness programs and support
Opportunities to travel and meet colleagues
Travel upgrades 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. Working here challenges you to think differently, learn new skills, and excel.
Canonical is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. We consider all applications fairly regardless of background or identity.
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Ubuntu Core Software Engineer
role at
Canonical
2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants
Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.
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, as well as industry leaders across sectors. The company is a pioneer of global distributed collaboration, with 1200+ colleagues in 75+ countries and very few office-based roles. Teams meet two to four 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 the Linux experience in embedded environments with the smallest, most secure, and updatable operating system in the IoT market. This role is ideal for a software engineer passionate about open source, Linux, security, and developer experience. It requires high technical skill with low-level OS, kernel, and device firmware.
Our mission is to enable building robust solutions in IoT, automotive, aviation, and more, using the next-gen secure embedded Linux OS. We aim to provide reliable device recovery mechanisms to simplify field operations for heterogeneous appliances.
As part of the Ubuntu Core team, you'll design and implement software on various CPU architectures like ARM, RISC-V, and X86, working on boot mechanisms, bootloaders, storage partitioning, device trees, kernels, and services.
Build a rewarding career working with top talent at Canonical, a growing international software company.
Location :
This role is remote within the EMEA region
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 solutions collaboratively
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 talented 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 well; Debian or Ubuntu preferred
You have experience with Linux-capable devices like Raspberry Pi
You are interested in low-level systems and security facilities such as:
Bootloaders (ARM/X86), e.g., piboot, uboot, grub-uefi
Systemd, udev, initrd, graphics
OS firmware daemons and CLI applications
Linux security features: TPM, FDE, LUKS, HSM, etc.
You may have experience or knowledge of Yocto
What we offer colleagues
Distributed work environment with biannual in-person team sprints
USD 2,000 annual learning and development budget
Annual compensation review
Recognition rewards
Annual holiday leave
Maternity and paternity leave
Wellness programs and support
Opportunities to travel and meet colleagues
Travel upgrades 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. Working here challenges you to think differently, learn new skills, and excel.
Canonical is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. We consider all applications fairly regardless of background or identity.
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