Linux Kernel Engineer for x86/AMD64 Platforms

4 days ago


London, Greater London, United Kingdom Canonical Full time

We are seeking a skilled Linux Kernel Engineer to join our team at Canonical, the company behind Ubuntu Linux. This role will focus on the development and maintenance of the Linux kernel for x86/amd64 platforms, with a strong emphasis on BIOS, UEFI, and ACPI expertise.

The successful candidate will have a proven track record of working with major PC platform firmware vendors or active participation in open-source projects like Coreboot. They will be responsible for resolving issues related to boot process, configuration, and platform firmware components, collaborating closely with our globally distributed team and vendors.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Collaborating with the team to develop and maintain the Firmware Test Suite (FWTS)
  • Improving tooling and automation for comprehensive verification of Ubuntu Linux on x86 platforms
  • Submitting, reviewing, and applying kernel patches, working with internal and external upstream maintainers

Requirements:

  • Strong understanding of ACPI, BIOS, and UEFI concepts
  • Familiarity with C programming language and git version control
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with ability to communicate effectively in English
  • Able to travel internationally twice a year for company events

Annual salary: $120,000 - $180,000 depending on experience and location.

Bonus structure: Performance-driven annual bonus, with compensation review annually.

Benefits:

  • Home-based work environment with opportunities for team sprints in person
  • Personal learning and development budget of USD 2000 per year
  • Annual holiday leave, maternity and paternity leave, employee assistance program, and priority pass for long haul company events


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