Graduate Software Engineer, Source and Linux, Canonical Ubuntu

Canonical is a leading provider of open source software and operating systems. This role is for 2025 and 2026 graduate software engineers joining engineering teams worldwide, working from home with some in-person team sprints and mentoring.

• Write high quality, resilient, and performant code in one of Python, Rust, C/C++, Golang, JavaScript or Java
• Shaped roadmap for your product at global sprints every six months
• Focus on design and user experience for developer tooling and command line apps
• Engage with users and the open source community through code reviews and issue trackers
• Collaborate with teams across Linux system areas from BIOS to desktop applications

• Exceptional academic record with an undergraduate degree in a STEM field
• Experience with Ubuntu or another Linux distribution
• Proficiency in at least one of Python, Rust, C/C++, Golang, JavaScript or Java
• Strong communication skills in English and ability to work in a distributed team
• Personal projects in technology and software engineering beyond the curriculum

• The listing states worldwide eligibility for applicants
• Location is global remote work; not restricted to a single country
• Timezone expectations are aligned to global teams in EMEA, APAC, and AMER, but no explicit Nigeria-specific requirement is stated
• The listing does not specify whether contractors or employees are offered
• The listing does not state pay currency or range