Embedded & Desktop Linux Systems Engineer - Optimisation

Embedded & Desktop Linux Systems Engineer - Optimisation

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Work across the full Linux stack from kernel through GUI to optimise Ubuntu, the world's most widely used Linux desktop and server, for the latest silicon. This fast‑paced, problem‑solving role is challenging yet very exciting. The right candidate must be resourceful, articulate, and deliver on a wide variety of solutions across PC and IoT technologies. Our teams partner with specialist engineers from major silicon companies to integrate next‑generation features and performance enhancements for upcoming hardware.

Location : This is a Globally remote role

What your day will look like :

• Design and implement the best Ubuntu integration for the latest IoT and server‑class hardware platforms and software stacks
• Work with partners to deliver a delightful, optimised, first‑class Ubuntu experience on their platforms
• Take a holistic approach to the Ubuntu experience on partner platforms with inputs on technical plans, testing strategy, quality metrics
• Participate as technical lead on complex customer engagements involving complete system architectures from cloud to edge
• Help our customers integrate their apps, SDKs, build device OS images, optimise applications with Ubuntu Core, Desktop and Server
• Work with the most advanced operating systems and application technologies available in the enterprise world

Joining Canonical, you will partner with bright minds from all over the world, and work with an exciting set of new technologies in a fast growing company with a truly unique and ambitious vision to build a better platform with free software. You will work with customers on exciting IoT and server platforms and technologies, built to support different verticals : from robots to data centres, from telco to retail.

What we are looking for in you :

You have experience working with open source communities and licences

Additional Skills That You Might Also Bring :

What we offer you :

Your base pay will depend on various factors including your geographical location, level of experience, knowledge and skills. In addition to the benefits above, certain roles are also eligible for additional benefits and rewards including annual bonuses and sales incentives based on revenue or utilisation. Our compensation philosophy is to ensure equity right across our global workforce.

In addition to a competitive base pay, we provide all team members with additional benefits, which reflect our values and ideals. Please note that additional benefits may apply depending on the work location and, for more information on these, you can ask in the later stages of the recruitment process.

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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