Junior Linux Kernel Engineer

1 day ago

Auckland, New Zealand Canonical Full time

Every year we select new junior professionals into the Canonical kernel team, to work on the Linux kernel for Ubuntu.
If you've enjoyed operating systems in your coursework or current role, you are confident in your ability to write high quality C and possibly Rust, and are ready to take the plunge and see how it all works, then this would be a great place to pursue your next career stage.
We are a global team working to ship the world's most widely used Linux kernel, across the very latest silicon and cloud, where you can apply and grow your software engineering skills.The Canonical Kernel Team builds and maintains all supported Ubuntu Linux kernels for a variety of platforms and architectures from small embedded devices to standard desktop/server systems to large-scale cloud environments.
In your first year you will tackle serious initiatives, which include but are not limited to:Optimized solutions for key Silicon and Cloud partner platformsDeveloper platforms such as Raspberry Pi and RISC-VEnabling Ubuntu on a wide range of embedded systemsSecurity hardening and exploit mitigationThird-party driver integration and distribution, such as graphicsExpanded driver support for bleeding-edge PC platformsWe select candidates that are recent university graduates or early career professionals who are enthusiastic to develop kernel-level software in multiple areas including security updates, patching, and testing.
The successful candidate will have a background in software engineering, be motivated to work in a distributed team and willing and able to travel globally twice a year for company engineering events.These are full-time positions available to early career candidates (1-3 years industry experience), recently graduated university students, or university students with less than 3 months before graduation.
The Kernel Team is currently not offering any part-time or internship roles.Location: We have home-based kernel teams in every timezone.What your day will look like:Collaborate regularly and proactively with a globally distributed teamLearn from senior mentors to demystify the inner workings of the Linux kernel and how it is distributedWork closely with external silicon, cloud, or hardware manufacturer delivery teams on bleeding-edge platformsDiagnose and resolve issues in the kernel reported by customers, the community, and discovered by your own rigorous testingTake personal responsibility for the delivery of various flavors of the Ubuntu Linux kernelImprove tooling and automation for delivery and test of Ubuntu Linux kernelsSubmit, review, and apply kernel patches, working with both internal and external upstream maintainersWhat we are looking for in you:Well-organized and motivated self-starter able to thrive in a remote work environmentProfessional manner with colleagues, business partners, and the open-source communityAbility to communicate effectively in English, both written and verbalProgramming experience in C and/or RustFamiliarity with version control practices, ideally with gitUnderstanding of operating system kernel fundamentalsAbility to travel twice a year for company events of up to two weeks lengthAdditional Skills That You Might Also Bring:Interest and experience in RustPython and Bash scripting abilityPrior experience with Ubuntu/Debian/Snap packagingDemonstrated experience with kernel patching and debuggingStrong grasp of device drivers, BSP's, and other low level system engineeringWhat we offer you:We consider geographical location, experience, and performance in shaping compensation worldwide.
We revisit compensation annually (and more often for graduates and associates) to ensure we recognise outstanding performance.
In addition to base pay, we offer a performance-driven annual bonus.
We provide all team members with additional benefits, which reflect our values and ideals.
We balance our programs to meet local needs and ensure fairness globally.Home-based work environment with twice-yearly team sprints in personPersonal learning and development budget of USD 2,000 per yearAnnual compensation reviewRecognition rewardsAnnual holiday leaveMaternity and paternity leaveEmployee Assistance ProgrammeOpportunity to travel to new locations to meet colleaguesPriority Pass, and travel upgrades for long haul company eventsAbout Canonical:Canonical is a pioneering tech firm 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.
Working here is a step into the future, and will challenge you to think differently, work smarter, learn new skills, and raise your game.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.
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