Embedded & Desktop Linux Systems Engineer - Optimisation

Embedded & Desktop Linux Systems Engineer - Optimisation

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.

The role is a fast‑paced, problem‑solving position that is challenging yet exciting. The right candidate must be resourceful, articulate, and able to deliver a wide variety of solutions across PC and IoT technologies.

Location: Globally remote.

• 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, and 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, and optimise applications with Ubuntu Core, Desktop and Server.
• Work with the most advanced operating systems and application technologies available in the enterprise world.

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, STEM or similar.
• Experience with Linux packaging (Debian, RPM, Yocto).
• Experience working with open source communities and licences.
• Experience working with C and C++.
• Ability to work in a globally distributed team through self‑discipline and self‑motivation.
• Love technology and enjoy working with brilliant people.

• Experience with graphics stacks.
• Good understanding of networking – TCP/IP, DHCP, HTTP/REST.
• Basic understanding of security best practices in IoT or server environments.
• Excellent communication skills, ideally public speaking experience.
• IoT / Embedded experience – from board and SoC, BMCs, bootloaders and firmware to OS, through apps and services.
• Some experience with Docker, OCI containers, and Kubernetes.

• Fully remote working environment.
• Personal learning and development budget of $2,000 per annum.
• Annual compensation review.
• Recognition rewards.
• Annual holiday leave.
• Parental leave.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Opportunity to travel to new locations to meet colleagues at sprints.
• Priority Pass for travel and travel upgrades for long‑haul company events.

Canonical is a pioneering tech firm at the forefront of the global move to open source. As the publisher of Ubuntu, it powers AI, IoT and cloud stacks worldwide. Canonical is an equal‑opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion.