This is a general track for applications to any team at Canonical that works with the Linux kernel, across all seniority levels. Apply here if you are an exceptional software engineer who wants to work on both stable and cutting edge Linux kernels for Ubuntu and its wider ecosystem.

In Short

Collaborate with a globally distributed team
Work on stable and cutting edge Linux kernels
Engage with silicon, cloud, or hardware manufacturers
Diagnose and resolve kernel issues
Improve tooling and automation for kernel delivery
Submit, review, and apply kernel patches
Work on various kernel team projects
Participate in company engineering events
Contribute to security and performance enhancements
Work in a remote-first environment

Requirements

Exceptional academic track record
Undergraduate degree in Computer Science or STEM
Significant programming experience in C
Solid background with git
Broad knowledge of the Linux kernel
Experience with kernel patching and debugging
Understanding of Linux kernel upstream processes
Ability to communicate effectively in English
Experience with Linux (Debian or Ubuntu preferred)
Ability to travel twice a year for company events

Benefits

Distributed 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

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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