Ubuntu Core Software Engineer Job Ottawa area,Ontario Canada,Software Development

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Canonical is a leading provider of open source software and operating systems to the global enterprise and technology markets. Our platform, Ubuntu, is widely used in enterprise initiatives such as public cloud, data science, AI, engineering innovation, and IoT. Our customers include leading public cloud and silicon providers, as well as industry leaders across sectors. We operate with a globally distributed team of over 1200 colleagues in more than 75 countries, with few office-based roles.

Teams meet 2-4 times a year in interesting locations worldwide for strategy and alignment.

The company is founder-led, profitable, and growing.

We are hiring a Ubuntu Core Software Engineer to redefine the Linux experience in embedded environments with the smallest, most secure, and updatable OS in the IoT market. This role is ideal for a software engineer passionate about open source, Linux, security, and developer experience. It requires high technical skill in low-level OS, kernel, and device firmware development.

Our mission is to enable building robust solutions across fields like IoT, automotive, and aviation using a next-generation secure embedded Linux OS. We focus on reliable device recovery mechanisms to help manufacturers standardize field operations for diverse appliances.

As part of the Ubuntu Core team, you'll design and implement software across various CPU architectures, including ARM, RISC-V, and x86, working on boot mechanisms, bootloaders, storage, device trees, kernels, and services.

Build a rewarding career with talented peers at Canonical, a growing international software company.

Location

This role is remote within the EMEA region.

The role entails

Writing high-quality code with unit tests to develop new features

Debugging Linux system issues and producing fixes

Collaborating proactively with a distributed team

Reviewing code from other engineers

Discussing ideas and collaborating on solutions

Integrating diverse bootloaders and maintaining gadget snaps

Working from home with global travel 2-4 times a year for events

What we are looking for in you

A passion for technology and working with talented people

Curiosity, flexibility, articulation, and accountability

Soft skills, passion, enterprise mindset, thoughtfulness, and self-motivation

Bachelor’s or equivalent in Computer Science, STEM, or similar

Experience with C, Golang, and Shell scripting

Solid understanding of Linux, preferably Debian or Ubuntu

Experience with Linux-capable devices like Raspberry Pi

Interest or experience in low-level systems and security facilities such as bootloaders, systemd, Linux security (TPM, FDE, LUKS, HSM), etc.

Knowledge of Yocto is a plus

What we offer colleagues

We offer a globally competitive package considering location, experience, and performance, including annual reviews and bonuses. Benefits include:

Distributed work environment with biannual in-person sprints
USD 2,000 annual learning and development budget
Recognition rewards, annual leave, parental leave
Wellness programs and assistance
Opportunities for travel and events

About Canonical

Canonical pioneers open source, publishing Ubuntu—key for AI, IoT, and cloud platforms. We hire globally, uphold high standards, and foster a diverse, inclusive workplace. Most colleagues work remotely since 2004. Working here is future-focused, challenging, and rewarding.

Canonical is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and fairness in hiring.

Additional details

Seniority level:
Entry level
Employment type:

Full-time
Job function:
Engineering and IT
Industries:
Healthcare, Non-profit, Government

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