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Junior Linux Kernel Engineer - Ubuntu - Remote

Posted 24 weeks ago
Software Development
Full Time
Worldwide

Overview

Canonical is looking for junior professionals to join the kernel team, working on the Linux kernel for Ubuntu. This role is ideal for those with a background in operating systems and programming in C or Rust, eager to develop their software engineering skills in a global team.

In Short

  • Work on the Linux kernel for Ubuntu
  • Collaborate with a globally distributed team
  • Focus on security updates, patching, and testing
  • Engage in initiatives for various platforms
  • Learn from senior mentors
  • Travel globally for company events
  • Full-time position for early career candidates
  • Home-based work environment
  • Annual compensation review
  • Personal learning and development budget

Requirements

  • Recent university graduate or early career professional
  • Programming experience in C and/or Rust
  • Understanding of operating system kernel fundamentals
  • Familiarity with version control practices
  • Ability to communicate effectively in English
  • Motivated self-starter
  • Willingness to travel twice a year
  • Professional manner with colleagues
  • Interest in kernel-level software development
  • Experience with Ubuntu/Debian/Snap packaging is a plus

Benefits

  • Home-based work environment
  • Personal learning and development budget of USD 2,000 per year
  • Annual compensation review
  • Recognition rewards
  • Annual holiday leave
  • Maternity and paternity leave
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Opportunity to travel to new locations
  • Priority Pass and travel upgrades for company events
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Canonical

Canonical is a prominent provider of open source software and operating systems, particularly known for its widely adopted platform, Ubuntu. The company serves a diverse range of global enterprise and technology markets, playing a crucial role in innovative sectors such as public cloud, data science, AI, engineering, and IoT. With a workforce of over 1,100 employees across more than 75 countries, Canonical champions a model of global distributed collaboration, minimizing office-based roles and facilitating in-person team meetings in various global locations. The company is committed to fostering technical leadership and career development within its teams, ensuring that its products are secure, efficient, and aligned with the needs of its customers, which include leading public cloud and silicon providers.

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