Ubuntu Linux Kernel Engineer
hace 6 días
Ubuntu Linux Kernel Engineer - Silicon Enablement
Canonical is looking to expand the adoption of Ubuntu Linux by adding native support for more System on Chip (SoC) platforms and optimizing performance. We need team members with strong software development skills at the hardware level and a passion for delivering optimal performance on silicon platforms.
Key responsibilities:
Collaborate regularly and proactively with a globally distributed team.
Work closely with silicon vendor partners to integrate their platform support into the Ubuntu Linux kernel for their product ranges.
Diagnose and resolve kernel‑level issues reported by partners, customers, the community, and identified through testing.
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, collaborating with internal and external upstream maintainers.
Identify new ways to maximise performance on partner silicon.
Desired qualifications:
Well‑organised and motivated self‑starter able to thrive in a remote work environment.
Professional manner with colleagues, business partners, and the open‑source community.
Effective communication in English, written and verbal.
Significant programming ability in C.
Strong grasp of device drivers, BSPs, and other hardware‑level system engineering concepts.
Solid background with git.
Understanding of operating system kernel fundamentals.
Availability to travel twice a year for company events up to two weeks.
Additional skills that you might also bring:
Python and Bash scripting ability.
Prior background with major SoC families.
Ubuntu/Debian/Snap packaging experience.
Demonstrated experience with Linux kernel patching and debugging.
Solid understanding of performance optimisation for silicon platforms.
What we offer:
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.
Seniority level: Entry levelEmployment type: Full‑timeJob function: Information TechnologyIndustry: Software Development
Location: Work‑from‑home worldwide (remote‑first company).
Canonical is an equal opportunity employer. We are proud to foster a workplace free from discrimination and provide fair consideration for all applicants.
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