We are seeking an experienced software engineer passionate about Linux systems, hardware architectures, Ubuntu, and the open source community, to join the Ubuntu Foundations Engineering team to maintain and enhance Ubuntu bootloader stack to provide fast, reliable and secure Ubuntu systems on all devices and in the cloud.

In Short

Collaborate proactively with a distributed team
Work with highly technical team to define and shape the boot architecture of Ubuntu
Work with teams focused on Ubuntu for server, desktop, IoT and clouds
Write high quality code to create new features and contribute upstream
Contribute to feature and bug fixes in projects including Grub, shim, u-boot and associated tools.
Debug issues and produce high quality fixes
Review code produced by other engineers
Discuss ideas and collaborate on finding good solutions
Work from home with global travel 2 to 4 weeks a year for internal and external events

Requirements

Development experience with early boot software like TF-A, OP-TEE, U-Boot, shim, GRUB, or the Linux kernel.
Experience on non x86 platforms such as ARM, RISC-V
A love of technology and working with brilliant people
Motivated, curious, flexible, articulate, and accountable
A long-time Linux user with broad interests in the future of Linux
Experience or interest in learning how to package software for Debian and Ubuntu
You have a Bachelor’s or equivalent in Computer Science, STEM or similar degree
Enterprising, thoughtful, and self-motivated

Benefits

Personal learning and development budget
Annual compensation review
Recognition rewards
Annual leave
Priority Pass for travel

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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