Kernel Developer Opportunity with Canonical
5 days ago
Canonical is a technology company based in the UK, dedicated to delivering open source solutions for computing and cloud infrastructure.
Salary RangeWe offer a highly competitive salary range of $120,000 - $200,000 per annum, depending on experience, plus performance-driven annual bonuses.
Job DescriptionThis is an exceptional opportunity to join our Linux Kernel team as a developer. Your primary responsibility will be to work closely with our globally distributed team to diagnose and resolve issues in the kernel, take personal responsibility for a flavor of the Ubuntu Linux kernel, and improve tooling and automation for delivery and test of Ubuntu Linux kernels.
Required Skills and Qualifications- An undergraduate degree in Computer Science or STEM, or a compelling narrative about your alternative path.
- Drive and a track record of going above-and-beyond expectations.
- Well-organised, self-starting and able to deliver to fixed schedules.
- Professional manner interacting with colleagues, partners, and community.
- Ability to communicate effectively in English, both written and oral.
- Significant programming experience in C.
- Solid background with git.
- Broad knowledge of the Linux kernel and kernel subsystems.
- Demonstrated experience with kernel patching and debugging.
- Understanding of Linux kernel upstream processes and release cycle.
- Strong grasp of device drivers, BSP's, and other low level system engineering.
- 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.
- Employee Assistance Programme.
- Opportunity to travel to new locations to meet colleagues.
- Prior Pass, and travel upgrades for long haul company events.
Located worldwide, we welcome applications from talented individuals who are passionate about open source and software development.
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