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.

The role is a fast‑paced, problem‑solving position that challenges yet excites. The right candidate must be resourceful, articulate and deliver 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.

• 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 in the enterprise world

Joining Canonical you will partner with bright minds from around the world and work with exciting new technologies in a fast‑growing company with a unique vision to build a better platform with free software. You will work with customers on IoT and server platforms across many verticals such as robots, data centres, telco and retail.

• You love technology and working with brilliant people
• You have a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, STEM or a related field
• You have experience with Linux packaging (Debian, RPM, Yocto)
• You have experience working with open source communities and licences
• You have experience with C, C++
• You can work in a globally distributed team through self‑discipline and self‑motivation

• Experience with graphics stacks
• Good understanding of networking – TCP/IP, DHCP, HTTP/REST
• Basic understanding of security best practices in IoT or server environments
• Good communication skills, ideally with 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

Your base pay will depend on various factors including your geographical location, level of experience, knowledge and skills. In addition, certain roles are eligible for bonuses and incentives based on revenue or utilisation. Our compensation philosophy ensures equity across our global workforce.

• Fully remote working environment – we have been working remotely since 2004
• Personal learning and development budget of 2,000 USD 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 upgrades for long‑haul company events

Canonical is a pioneering tech firm that is 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. Work at Canonical is a step into the future and will challenge you to think differently, work smarter, learn new skills and raise your game. Canonical provides a unique window into the world of 21st‑century digital business.

Canonical is an equal opportunity employer

We are proud to foster a workplace free from discrimination. Diversity of experience, perspectives and background creates a better work environment and better products. Whatever your identity, we will give your application fair consideration.