Ubuntu Linux Kernel Engineer - Silicon Enablement

Join Canonical as an Ubuntu Linux Kernel Engineer – Silicon Enablement. In this role you will help expand support for System On Chip (SoC) platforms and optimise Ubuntu Linux for the highest performance on silicon devices.

• Collaborate with a globally distributed team.
• Work closely with silicon vendor partners to integrate their platform support into the Ubuntu Linux kernel.
• Diagnose and resolve kernel issues reported by partners, customers and the community.
• Deliver distinct silicon‑optimised variants of the Ubuntu Linux kernel worldwide.
• Improve tooling and automation for kernel delivery and testing.
• Submit, review and apply kernel patches with both internal and external upstream maintainers.
• Identify new methods of maximizing performance on partner silicon.

• Self‑starter, well‑organised, able to thrive in a remote work environment.
• Professional manner with colleagues, business partners and the open‑source community.
• Proficient in English communication (written and verbal).
• Significant programming ability in
  
  C.
• Strong grasp of device drivers, BSPs, and other hardware‑level system engineering aspects.
• Solid background with git.
• Understanding of operating system kernel fundamentals.
• Ability to travel twice a year for company events up to two weeks.

• Python and Bash scripting.
• Prior background with major SoC families.
• Ubuntu/Debian/Snap packaging.
• Demonstrated experience with Linux kernel patching and debugging.
• Solid understanding of performance optimisation for silicon platforms.

We consider geographical location, experience, and performance in shaping compensation worldwide. In addition to base pay, we offer a performance‑driven annual bonus and additional benefits reflecting our values and ideals. Compensation is reviewed annually.

• Home‑based 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.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Opportunity to travel to new locations to meet colleagues.
• Priority Pass, and travel upgrades for long‑haul company events.

Canonical is a pioneering tech firm at the forefront of the global shift to open source. The company that publishes Ubuntu, one of the most important open‑source projects, powers AI, IoT, and the cloud. Canonical recruits globally and maintains a high standard for people joining the company. We are a remote‑first company since 2004, challenging employees to think differently and learn new skills.

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.

Entry level

Full‑time

Information Technology

Software Development

Location:

Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom