Embedded & Desktop Linux Systems Engineer - Optimisation

Embedded Developer • Mid-level • Remote • Full-time • Germany

Germany

Canonical is hiring an engineer to optimise the full Ubuntu stack (kernel through GUI) for the latest silicon, partnering with chip vendors to integrate next-generation hardware features into IoT and server platforms.

Stack

C#C/C++Docker Kubernetes Linux Yocto

Responsibilities

▹Design the best Ubuntu integration for the latest IoT and server hardware
▹Work with partners to deliver an optimised Ubuntu experience
▹Contribute to technical plans, testing strategy, and quality metrics
▹Act as technical lead on complex customer engagements from cloud to edge
▹Help customers integrate apps, SDKs, build OS images, and optimise applications

Requirements

▹Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, STEM, or similar
▹Experience with Linux packaging (Debian, RPM, Yocto)
▹Experience with open-source communities and licensing
▹Experience with C, C++
▹Ability to work in a globally distributed team

Nice to have

▹Experience with graphics stacks
▹Networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, DHCP, HTTP/REST)
▹Basic IoT/server security knowledge
▹Public speaking experience
▹Embedded experience (SoC, BMC, bootloaders, firmware)
▹Experience with Docker/OCI containers and Kubernetes

Soft skills

Problem-solvingFlexibilityStrong communication

What we offer

▹Fully remote work since 2004
▹USD 2,000 annual personal learning budget
▹Annual compensation review
▹Recognition rewards
▹Bonuses and incentives for certain roles

About the company

Canonical is the company behind Ubuntu, the world's most widely used Linux distribution, working closely with leading silicon vendors.

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Location

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