Linux Kernel Engineer at Canonical

This role is for exceptional softare engineers with a deep passion for the Linux kernel and low-level systems. While the title says "Mid-level," Canonical is hiring across all seniorities, looking for candidates who possess strong C programming skills, a solid understanding of kernel subsystems, and a background in hardware enablement or security. They place a high value on academic excellence and a track record of high achievement. As a fully remote, global position, this offer provides immense flexibility and the chance to work with a world-class distributed team. Standout perks include a $2,000 annual professional development budget, performance-based bonuses, and the opportunity to travel globally twice a year for in-person engineering sprints. You will be working on everything from Raspberry Pi enablement to enterprise-grade cloud security and real-time kernels. **You might be a good fit if you...** * Are a C programming expert with experience in kernel patching and debugging. * Have a strong academic background in Computer Science or a STEM field. * Enjoy working independently across time zones while collaborating with major silicon and cloud partners. * Are excited about maintaining the stability and performance of Ubuntu for millions of users.