Software Engineer - Immutable Ubuntu Desktop - Canonical

As a Software Engineer on the Core Desktop team youll join a dedicated team of professionals to build the next generation of immutable Ubuntu desktop. Our goal is to put Linux desktops back at the forefront of security reliability and usability. In this project we combine the best ideas of immutable Linux with the latest Linux desktop experience to bring our global ecosystem of developers a much better platform for innovation. We mostly code in system languages such as Rust C and C we also occasionally use Python and Dart / Flutter. This role offers a unique opportunity to grow and learn in a fastpaced environment. Your contributions guided by more experienced team members will be essential in shaping the future of Ubuntus Core Desktop.

• Location: This this is a homebased position on a team in the EMEA region.

What your day will look like

• Design and develop elements of the Core Desktop.
• Work with the latest Linux container technologies kernel namespaces cgroups apparmour seccomp and more
• Write high quality defensive and performant code for millions of demanding daily users
• Collaborate with team members to understand the intricacies of immutable desktops.
• Participate in code reviews to gain a deep understanding of quality standards and architecture.
• Engage with the Ubuntu community to gather user feedback and insights.
• Contribute to documentation to aid in your learning and that of future team members.
• Take part in regular team meetings to discuss progress challenges and upcoming development sprints.
• Troubleshoot and resolve userreported issues gaining experience in debugging and problemsolving.

What we are looking for in you

• Outstanding academic results
• An undergraduate degree in a technical subject or a compelling narrative about your alternative chosen path.
• An understanding of software development methodologies and life cycles.
• A passion for technology and a drive to work with intelligent motivated colleagues.
• Willingness to learn and adapt with a keen interest in the challenges of immutable desktop environments.
• Skills in Linux containerisation technologies kernel namespaces cgroups apparmour or seccomp
• Skills in Linux desktop environments XDG portals free desktop specifications systemd GRUB etc.
• Skills in Rust Golang Python or C.
• Good communication skills for both internal and external interactions.
• Ability to travel twice a year for company events up to two weeks long.

Additional Skills That You Might Also Bring

• Initiative to proactively identify opportunities and solve challenges.
• Curiosity flexibility and a strong sense of accountability.
• A focus on soft skills including passion enterprise and selfmotivation.

What we offer you

• Distributed work environment with twiceyearly team sprints in person
• Personal learning and development budget of USD 2000 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

About Canonical

• 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 remotefirst 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 21stcentury digital business.
• Canonical is an equal opportunity employer
• 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.