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Linux Kernel Technical Lead

7 days ago

Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand This Is An IT Support Group Full time

About Canonical

Canonical is a pioneering tech firm at the forefront of the global move to open source.

We publish Ubuntu, one of the most important open-source projects and the platform for AI, IoT, and the cloud, changing the world of software.

We recruit globally and set high standards for people joining the company.

Excellence is expected in order to succeed, as we need to be the best at what we do.

Most colleagues at Canonical have worked from home since our inception in 2004.

Working here challenges you to think differently, work smarter, learn new skills, and raise your game.

Job Description

We are hiring a Linux Kernel Technical Lead to lead technical teams in delivering and maintaining all Linux kernels provided by the Ubuntu Linux distribution.

The role involves leading distributed teams of software engineers in various aspects of kernel delivery, taking ownership of particular aspects of Ubuntu Linux, working with partners, and ensuring quality control standards.

You will mitigate security threats, engage with other teams, and develop strong process automation.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead a team of software engineers in delivering and maintaining Linux kernels.
  • Take ownership of specific aspects of Ubuntu Linux, including working with partners and ensuring quality control standards.
  • Mitigate security threats and exploits to the Linux kernel.
  • Develop strong process automation for build, test, and delivery of Linux kernels.
  • Engage with other teams at Canonical, the open source community, and commercial partners.

Requirements

  • Significant programming experience in C, with Python, Golang, or other like languages also highly regarded.
  • Substantial experience with operating system kernel internals and concepts, Linux highly regarded but not essential.
  • Demonstrated experience managing or leading a team of software engineers.
  • Ability to coordinate between multiple distinct teams to achieve common goals.
  • Familiarity with version control practices, ideally with git.
  • Prior experience developing with software packaging formats, with direct Ubuntu/Debian/Snap experience being highly regarded.
  • Professional written and spoken English with excellent presentation skills.

Benefits

  • We offer competitive compensation worldwide.
  • We revisit compensation annually to recognize outstanding performance.
  • In addition to base pay, we offer a performance-driven annual bonus or commission.
  • We provide additional benefits reflecting our values and ideals.
  • We balance programs to meet local needs and ensure fairness globally.
  • Distributed work environment with twice-yearly team sprints in person.
  • Personal learning and development budget of USD 2,000 per year.
  • Annual compensation review.
  • Recognition rewards.
  • Annual holiday leave.
  • Maternity and paternity leave.
  • Team Member Assistance Program & Wellness Platform.
  • Opportunity to travel to new locations to meet colleagues.
  • Priority Pass and travel upgrades for long-haul company events.