Embedded Systems Software Engineer

Discover a world of opportunities in our cutting-edge software engineering team. As a Linux Devices Software Engineer, you will be working on the development of low-level system technology for autonomous devices across various seniority levels.

We are seeking individuals who appreciate the challenge of memory, performance, battery and connectivity constrained code that has to work every time in an unreliable and unforgiving environment. Our engineers bring open source innovation to the world as a high-performance, safe and secure platform for enterprise computing, software engineering, and connected devices.

Award-winning Canonical Ubuntu is the leading Linux for software engineers, desktops, cloud and IoT. We partner with prominent silicon companies to optimise Ubuntu on their latest chips, as well as with OEMs and ODMs to ensure perfect hardware compatibility.

However, classic Ubuntu is not suitable for appliance or connected device environments due to its variability. This is where Canonical builds Ubuntu Core, a fully containerised version with mathematical precision and rigorous security. We are working on additional solutions for even smaller devices.

We have several teams focused on open source for embedded environments. You will be expected to make significant contributions through high-quality design and code, and develop your technical leadership skills. Responsibilities include:

• Ubuntu Core and snapd software development
• Silicon software and optimisation engineers
• Kernel driver and hardware enablement engineers
• Hardware-centric Linux QA Engineers
• Hardware Certification Engineers
• Robotics engineers
• Industrial IoT software engineers
• Networking software engineers (switching, routing, access and SmartNICs)

As part of our team, you will engage with the broader open source community and contribute to the deployment of Ubuntu and Ubuntu Core across a wide range of devices. Location is flexible, with remote roles available in every time zone.

Working with the latest Linux kernel and open source technologies, you will deliver Ubuntu for the latest IoT and server-class hardware platforms. Your tasks may include integrating and maintaining device-oriented software stacks, writing high-quality software, collaborating with globally distributed teams, displaying technical leadership, helping customers ship their apps and SDKs on Ubuntu, building device OS images, and debugging issues.

We value exceptional academic track records, drive, and a passion for Linux or embedded systems software. Fluency in at least one of Golang, C, C++, or Rust is essential, along with professional written and spoken English. Excellent interpersonal skills, curiosity, flexibility, and accountability are also required.

• An undergraduate degree in Computer Science or STEM, or a compelling narrative about your alternative path
• Experience with Linux (Debian or Ubuntu preferred)
• Passion for Linux or embedded systems software (e.g. kernel, graphics, Yocto)
• Fluency in at least one of Golang, C, C++, or Rust
• Professional written and spoken English
• Excellent interpersonal skills, curiosity, flexibility, and accountability
• Passion, thoughtfulness, and self-motivation
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Result-oriented, with a personal drive to meet commitments

We welcome experience with Debian/Ubuntu or other distro packaging, understanding of build systems and toolchains, experience with firmware, boot loaders, computer architecture knowledge of x86, ARM, RISC-V, and electrical engineering design tools. Familiarity with Ubuntu development model, performance engineering, and security experience are also valuable assets.

We offer a comprehensive package including a distributed work environment, personal learning and development budget, 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 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. Whatever your identity, we will give your application fair consideration.