
Embedded Linux Senior Software Engineer - Optimisation
Canonical
- Location
- Anywhere in the world
- Posted
Optimize Ubuntu for IoT and server-class hardware with Canonical
Canonical
Optimize Ubuntu for IoT and server-class hardware with Canonical
Canonical
Partner Engineering Manager at Canonical: lead Ubuntu optimization for latest silicon, manage tech partners & drive technical delivery.
Rackspace
Full stack developer with expertise in modern web development standards required for PVC Engineering team at Rackspace Technology.
Xero
Join Xero as a Software Engineer to create innovative solutions for small businesses, leveraging modern technologies like C#, React, SQL Server, and AWS. Enjoy comprehensive benefits including health insurance, flexible work arrangements, and career growth opportunities.
Rewatch
Join Rewatch as a Senior Software Engineer to design and implement scalable video platform features using Ruby, JavaScript, and SQL. Collaborate with Product Design and support teams while enjoying comprehensive benefits including equity and remote work options.
Testlio
Senior Software Engineer at Testlio: Harness data & AI advancements to drive testing efficiency and shape the future of quality management.
Canonical
Join Canonical as a software engineer to help build the future of Ubuntu Server. Collaborate on open-source projects, maintain packages, and contribute to the development of a leading OS platform used globally in public clouds and enterprise environments.
Quantum Metric
Senior Software Engineer at Quantum Metric, building customer-facing applications using React, GraphQL, D3, and advanced browser APIs.
Enode
Senior Engineer at climate tech startup Enode, building scalable backend components and leading technical initiatives with TypeScript-based codebase.
OpenTable
Senior Software Engineer at OpenTable: Develop scalable restaurant applications with expertise in Java, Spring Boot, and database technologies.
JustAnswer
Design and develop solutions with a focus on performance, scalability, and quality using .NET, JavaScript, React, Redux, TypeScript, and JavaScript. Mentor peers and contribute to high-quality software delivery at JustAnswer.
Check
Join Check as a Software Engineer to build impactful solutions using modern tools like Python/Django, React/TypeScript, AWS, and Terraform. Lead end-to-end problem-solving, contribute to team growth, and enjoy excellent benefits including health insurance, stock options, flexible PTO, and more.
TrustArc
Design and implement scalable software solutions using Java, Scala, Spring Boot, and JavaScript frameworks at TrustArc. Mentor engineers, contribute to core platforms, and support global privacy management initiatives while enjoying competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.
UpGuard
Join UpGuard as a Software Engineer to develop innovative cybersecurity solutions using modern technologies like React, Go, Kubernetes, and GCP. Enjoy hybrid or remote work options, competitive compensation, and a supportive team environment focused on creativity and well-being.
Check
Join Check as a Backend Engineer to build impactful solutions using Python/Django, React, TypeScript, AWS, and more. Lead problem-solving, contribute to team growth, and enjoy comprehensive benefits including health insurance, stock options, and flexible PTO.
Kayzen
Join Kayzen as a Senior Software Engineer to design scalable software components for real-time platforms and data pipelines. Work with industry experts in an agile environment with benefits like remote flexibility and professional development support.
Welocalize
Senior Software Engineer at Welocalize: Design scalable applications, implement RESTful APIs, and provide technical leadership.
Imgix
Design and develop high-performance media platforms using cutting-edge tech at Imgix. Collaborate with a talented team to create AI-driven solutions for top clients.
Podium
Join Podium's Internal Tools team as a Senior Software Engineer, leveraging AI LLM technologies to build impactful internal tools for small businesses.
Eventbrite, Inc.
Join Eventbrite's Ads Engineering team as a Senior Ads Engineer, leveraging your expertise in AWS technology and software development to create innovative ad solutions.
Canonical
Join Canonical as a Linux expert to optimize Ubuntu for the latest IoT and server-class hardware platforms and software stacks. Design and implement the best Ubuntu integration, collaborate with partners, and participate in complex customer engagements. With a globally remote work environment, flexible travel options, and equity in a fast-growing company, this role offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of AI and open source. As part of a diverse team, you'll have access to cutting-edge technologies, training, and development opportunities. Apply now to join a pioneering tech firm that's changing the world with free software.
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 role that’s challenging yet very exciting. The right candidate must be resourceful, articulate, and able to deliver on 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.
Location: This is a Globally remote role
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, 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, optimize applications with Ubuntu Core, Desktop and Server
Work with the most advanced operating systems and application technologies available in the enterprise world.
Joining Canonical, you will partner with bright minds from all over the world, and work with an exciting set of new technologies in a fast growing company with a truly unique and ambitious vision to build a better platform with free software. You will work with customers on exciting IoT and server platforms and technologies, built to support different verticals: from robots to data centers, from telco to retail.
You love technology and working with brilliant people
You have a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, STEM or similar
You have experience with Linux packaging (Debian, RPM, Yocto)
You have experience working with open source communities and licences
You have experience working 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 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/K8s
Your base pay will depend on various factors including your geographical location, level of experience, knowledge and skills. In addition to the benefits above, certain roles are also eligible for additional benefits and rewards including annual bonuses and sales incentives based on revenue or utilisation. Our compensation philosophy is to ensure equity right across our global workforce.
In addition to a competitive base pay, we provide all team members with additional benefits, which reflect our values and ideals. Please note that additional benefits may apply depending on the work location and, for more information on these, you can ask in the later stages of the recruitment process.
Fully remote working environment - we’ve been working remotely since 2004!
Personal learning and development budget of 2,000USD 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 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.
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.
#LI-remote