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Canonical is a leading provider of open source software and operating systems to the global enterprise and technology markets. Our platform, Ubuntu, is widely used in breakthrough enterprise initiatives such as public cloud, data science, AI, engineering innovation and IoT. The company is a pioneer of global distributed collaboration, with 1200+ colleagues in 75+ countries and very few office based roles. Teams meet two to four times yearly in person in interesting locations around the world to align on strategy and execution.
Key Teams
* Foundations: maintaining foundational software – architectures, package managers, compilers, toolchains, bootloaders, filesystems and core utilities
* Server: leading the design, evolution and future of our Ubuntu Server distribution
* Desktop: driving Ubuntu Desktop, our future immutable desktop – Ubuntu Core Desktop, WSL, gaming technology, and a suite of modern applications for the desktop crafted with Flutter
* Debcrafters: responsible for the forward movement, maintenance and overall health of the Ubuntu archive – one of the most abundant repositories of open source software available today
Bring your existing expertise and learn new skills by working on one of the most prolific pieces of open source software. As an engineer working on Ubuntu you could work on any or all of the following categories:
* Development: design, build and ship new foundational systems software and applications in Rust, Go, Flutter, and Python
* Architecture: engineer the integration of open source from boot firmware to cloud applications deployment
* Packaging: a combination of Debian and Snap packaging to ship software in the distribution
* Automation: build and maintain the machinery responsible for building, testing and shipping Ubuntu
* Distro Engineering: the maintenance and evolution of a Linux distribution and its repositories
This application track is suitable for those at the mid point in their career but perhaps not quite at the Manager/Lead level, with relevant skills to contribute to Ubuntu.
At Canonical, you will have the opportunity to engage with and contribute to the broader open source community. We're looking for individuals who can help build a thriving community and contribute with enthusiasm and precision to a broad range of technologies.
Location
We have remote roles open in every time zone.
Role Entails
* Designing, building and shipping software in Rust, Go and Python
* Packaging, integrating, testing and uploading open source software to the Ubuntu repositories
* Debugging system-level issues and delivering robust solutions
* Authoring and improving technical and community documentation
* Contributing to upstream and neighboring open source projects
* Collaboration as part of a globally distributed team
* Mentoring colleagues to build skills and understanding
* Developing and improving processes to more efficiently fulfill our goals
What We Are Looking For In You
* An exceptional academic track record from both high school and university
* Undergraduate degree in Computer Science or STEM, or a compelling narrative about your alternative path
* Drive and a track record of going above and beyond expectations
* A demonstrated passion for open source software
* Significant experience with Rust, Go, Python, Flutter or C/C++
* Professional written and spoken English
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
* Ability to travel twice a year, for company events up to two weeks each
Nice‑to‑have Skills
* Experience with Linux distributions and distribution engineering
* Experience with software packaging and distribution mechanisms
* Understanding of build systems and toolchains, including cross‑compilation
* Performance or Security Engineering experience
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
* Team Member Assistance Program & Wellness Platform
* 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. Canonical has been a remote‑first company since its inception in 2004.
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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