
Embedded & Desktop Linux Systems Engineer - Optimisation - Canonical - Remote - Global
Linux Systems Engineer
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Job Description
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. What we are looking for in you 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. Additional skills that you might also bring 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. What we offer you 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. 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 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. 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.
Company Information
| Location | Active listings |
|---|---|
| Remote - Global | 114 |
| Remote - EMEA | 54 |
| Remote - Worldwide | 14 |
| Remote - Europe | 13 |
| Remote - Americas | 8 |
| Remote - AMER | 1 |
| Anywhere in EMEA | 1 |
| London, UK | 1 |
| Remote - Middle East | 1 |
| Remote - Africa | 1 |
| Remote - APAC | 1 |
| Role type | Active listings |
|---|---|
| Software Engineer | 25 |
| Engineering Manager | 11 |
| Product Manager | 8 |
| Sales Development Representative | 7 |
| Customer Success Manager | 5 |
| Product Marketing Manager | 4 |
| Human Resources Specialist | 4 |
| Partner Sales Manager | 3 |
| UX Designer | 3 |
| Linux Enablement | 2 |
| Site Reliability Engineer | 2 |
| Marketing Manager | 2 |
| Software Developer | 2 |
| Partner Sales Director | 2 |
| Sales Director | 2 |
| Design Manager | 2 |
| Golang Software Engineer | 2 |
| Linux Kernel Engineer | 2 |
| HR Generalist | 2 |
| System Software Engineer | 2 |
| Data Infrastructure Engineer | 2 |
| Talent Scientist | 2 |
| Cloud Engineering Manager | 1 |
| Salesforce Engineer | 1 |
| Tax Senior Associate | 1 |
| Enterprise Open Source Sales Manager | 1 |
| Information Systems Architect | 1 |
| Treasury Analyst | 1 |
| Regional HR Manager | 1 |
| Salesforce/NetSuite Engineering Manager | 1 |
| Technical Alliance Manager | 1 |
| Enterprise Sales / Alliances | 1 |
| Enterprise Account Executive | 1 |
| Site Reliability Engineering Manager | 1 |
| Content Marketing Team Manager | 1 |
| Developer Relations Engineer | 1 |
| Telecom Account Executive | 1 |
| Marketing Specialist | 1 |
| IBM Global Alliance Director | 1 |
| Web Developer | 1 |
| Embedded IoT System Engineer | 1 |
| Linux Devices Software Engineer | 1 |
| Accountant | 1 |
| Threat Intelligence Lead | 1 |
| Networking Software Engineer | 1 |
| Cloud Alliances | 1 |
| Software Platform Engineering Manager | 1 |
| Golang Engineering Manager | 1 |
| Security Operations Engineer | 1 |
| Security Risk Management | 1 |
| Senior Communications Specialist | 1 |
| Data Platform Engineer | 1 |
| Talent Science | 1 |
| IoT Solutions Architecture | 1 |
| Linux Software Engineer | 1 |
| Ubuntu Engineering Lead | 1 |
| Product Manager - Cloud | 1 |
| Distributed Systems Testing | 1 |
| Cloud Solutions Manager | 1 |
| Junior Ads Specialist | 1 |
| Graduate HR Generalist | 1 |
| Web Frontend Engineer | 1 |
| Embedded Linux Consultant | 1 |
| Project Manager - Ubuntu Embedded Systems | 1 |
| IoT Data Engineer | 1 |
| Rust Engineering Lead | 1 |
| Senior Search Lead | 1 |
| Containerization & Virtualisation Engineer | 1 |
| Cloud Support Engineer | 1 |
| NetSuite Engineer | 1 |
| OpenStack Engineering Manager | 1 |
| Linux Cryptography and Security Engineer | 1 |
| Lead Python Software Engineer | 1 |
| Senior HR Generalist | 1 |
| Linux Platform Integration | 1 |
| Security Engineer | 1 |
| Business Services Team Manager | 1 |
| Financial Analyst | 1 |
| Python Engineering Manager | 1 |
| User Science | 1 |
| Software Alliances Director | 1 |
| Software Engineering Manager | 1 |
| Python Engineer | 1 |
| Growth Engineer | 1 |
| Data Governance Engineer | 1 |
| Partner Marketing Manager | 1 |
| Ecosystem Development Manager | 1 |
| Embedded Linux Engineer | 1 |
| Performance Engineer | 1 |
| Sustaining Operations Engineer | 1 |
| Accounts Receivable Clerk | 1 |
| Security Operations | 1 |
| Graphics and Windowing System Software Engineer | 1 |
| Global Alliance Director | 1 |
| GitOps Engineer | 1 |
| Linux Systems Engineer | 1 |
| Partner Sales Executive | 1 |
| Junior Data Engineer | 1 |
| Engineer | 1 |
| Software Architect | 1 |
| Role level | Active listings |
|---|---|
| Mid-Level | 167 |
| Senior | 15 |
| Manager | 7 |
| Junior | 1 |
| Intern | 1 |
| Mid-level | 1 |
Canonical appears in 209 indexed job postings in JobCrawls' Finland dataset since October 2023. In that historical index, the strongest location signals for this employer are Remote - Global, Remote - EMEA, and Remote - Worldwide.
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