Linux Software Engineer - Ubuntu for Next-Gen Silicon (multiple roles and seniority levels)

Canonical's Partner Engineering Team seeks open-source enthusiasts to optimize Ubuntu for new silicon technologies across various architectures (x86, ARM, RISC-V, PowerPC, and s390x). As a Linux Software Engineer, you will work remotely and collaborate globally to:

• Collaborate within a distributed team.
• Foster a software ecosystem for seamless user experiences.
• Evaluate contributions and maintain high-quality software standards.
• Shape the future of Ubuntu through innovation and advising.
• Collaborate with Ubuntu and Debian communities.
• Debug open source and team-maintained code.
• Assist customers with application integration, SDKs, and OS image builds.
• Maintain silicon features and optimized packages across servers, HPC/AI systems, IoT devices, PCs, SmartNICs, and automotive systems.

Required Skills:

• Exceptional academic record.
• Undergraduate degree in a technical subject.
• Passion for technology and collaboration.
• Strong communication and accountability.
• Fundamentals in C, C++, and Python.
• Experience with or interest in Linux distribution packaging.
• Experience or interest in open source maintenance.
• Understanding of package management.

Additional Skills (Preferred):

• Graphics, audio, or multimedia stacks.
• Virtualization and containers (Docker, OCI, Kubernetes).
• Hardware enablement.
• Performance optimization.
• Toolchain development.
• Networking protocols.
• Security best practices.
• IoT and embedded systems.

This role offers a remote work environment with global travel for internal events.