Ubuntu Software Engineer

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Canonical is a leading provider of open source software and operating systems. Our platform, Ubuntu, powers enterprises worldwide in cloud, data science, AI, engineering innovation and IoT. We are hiring engineers to work across the breadth of our Ubuntu Engineering organisation – from design and packaging to testing and shipping the world’s most widely deployed open source operating system.

• Design, build and ship new foundational systems software and applications in Rust, Go, Flutter, and Python.
• Engineer integration of open source from boot firmware to cloud applications deployment.
• Package, integrate, test and upload open source software to the Ubuntu repositories.
• Debug system‑level issues and deliver robust, performant solutions.
• Author and improve technical and community documentation.
• Collaborate with a globally distributed team and mentor colleagues.
• Develop and improve processes to efficiently achieve our goals.

• Undergraduate degree in Computer Science or STEM (or equivalent experience).
• Strong track record of delivering high‑quality software and exceeding expectations.
• Significant experience with Rust, Go, Python, Flutter or C/C++.
• Passion for open‑source software and a commitment to contributing to the community.
• Professional, written and spoken English and excellent communication skills.
• Ability to travel up to twice a year for company events.

• Experience with Linux distributions and distribution engineering.
• Knowledge of software packaging and distribution mechanisms.
• Understanding of build systems, tool chains and cross‑compilation.
• Performance or security engineering experience.

• Distributed work environment with twice‑yearly team sprints in person.
• Personal learning and development budget of USD 2,000 per year.
• Annual compensation review and performance‑driven bonuses.
• Recognition rewards and annual holiday leave.
• Maternity and paternity leave.
• Team Member Assistance Program & Wellness Platform.
• Priority Pass and travel upgrades for long‑haul company events.

Remote opening – roles available in every time zone.

Canonical publishes Ubuntu, one of the most important open‑source projects and the platform for AI, IoT and the cloud. We are a remote‑first company that recruits globally and sets a very high standard for excellence.

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.