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Linux Devices Software EngineerCanonical • Vancouver, Metro Vancouver Regional District, CA
Linux Devices Software Engineer

Linux Devices Software Engineer

Canonical • Vancouver, Metro Vancouver Regional District, CA
5 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Overview

Apply here for all engineering teams at Canonical who work on low-level system technology on autonomous devices across all seniority levels.

Canonical Ubuntu is the leading Linux for software engineers, desktops, cloud and IoT. We bring open source to the world as a high-performance, safe and secure platform for enterprise computing, software engineering, and connected devices.

These smart, connected devices have the potential to transform every industry. Classic Ubuntu desktop or server – is widely used in embedded systems because of its developer focus and enterprise grade security maintenance.

Canonical builds Ubuntu Core, a fully containerised version of Ubuntu that is mathematically precise and rigorously secure. We are working on additional solutions for even smaller devices.

Location

Remote roles open in every time zone.

Roles Included

  • Ubuntu Core and snapd software development
  • Silicon software and optimisation engineers
  • Kernel driver and hardware enablement engineers
  • Hardware-centric Linux QA Engineers
  • Hardware Certification Engineers
  • Robotics engineers
  • Industrial IoT software engineers
  • Networking software engineers (switching, routing, access and SmartNICs)

What your day will look like

  • Work with the latest Linux kernel and open source technologies
  • Deliver Ubuntu for the latest IoT and server-class hardware platforms

  • Integrate and maintain device-oriented software stacks
  • Write high-quality, well-designed software
  • Collaborate proactively with other globally distributed teams
  • Display technical leadership internally and within our external communities
  • Help our customers ship their apps and SDKs on Ubuntu
  • Build device OS images with Ubuntu Core, Desktop and Server
  • Optimise the Ubuntu kernel and libraries for silicon-specific capabilities
  • Debug issues and produce high-quality code to fix them
  • Contribute to technical documentation to make it the best of its kind
  • Discuss ideas and collaborate on finding good solutions
  • Participate as technical lead on complex customer engagements involving complete system architectures from cloud to edge
  • Work usually from home, with global travel 2 to 4 weeks for company events
  • What we are looking for in you

  • An exceptional academic track record from both high school and university
  • Drive and a track record of going above-and-beyond expectations
  • Undergraduate degree in Computer Science or STEM, or a compelling narrative about your alternative path
  • Experience with Linux (Debian or Ubuntu preferred)
  • Passion for Linux or embedded systems software (e.g. kernel, graphics, Yocto)
  • Fluency in at least one of Golang, C, C++, or Rust
  • Professional written and spoken English
  • Excellent interpersonal skills, curiosity, flexibility, and accountability
  • Passion, thoughtfulness, and self-motivation
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills
  • Result-oriented, with a personal drive to meet commitments
  • Ability to travel twice a year, for company events up to two weeks each
  • Additional Skills You Might Also Bring

  • Experience with Debian / Ubuntu or other distro packaging
  • Understanding of build systems and toolchains, including for cross-compilation
  • Experience with firmware, uboot, UEFI, ACPI, DSDT, or boot loaders
  • Experience with power management on PCI ASPM, SATA ALPM, low power profiles
  • Computer architecture knowledge of x86, ARM, RISC-V
  • Experience in board design, bring up, and validation
  • Experience with electrical engineering design tools (e.g. schematic capture, layout)
  • Familiarity with Ubuntu development model
  • Performance engineering and security experience
  • Shell or Python scripting skills
  • What we offer you

  • 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
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Opportunity to travel to new locations to meet colleagues
  • Priority Pass, and 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 are changing the world on a daily basis. We recruit on a global basis and set a very high standard for people joining the company. We expect excellence – in order to succeed, we need to be the best at what we do. Canonical has been a remote‑first company since its 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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