[Remote] Graduate Software Engineer, Open Source and Linux, Canonical Ubuntu
Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Canonical is a leading provider of open source software and operating systems, known for its platform Ubuntu. They are hiring Graduate Software Engineers to work on a variety of software engineering challenges, focusing on both open source products and commercial business systems.
Responsibilities
ā¢ Shaping the roadmap for your product at global sprints every six months
ā¢ Focusing on design and user experience, even for developer tooling and command line apps
ā¢ Writing high quality, resilient and performant code, potentially serving millions of demanding daily users
ā¢ Working towards mastery of key programming languages and Linux system knowledge
ā¢ Engaging with users and the open source community through code reviews and issue trackers
ā¢ Responding to customer issues as a priority, develop an understanding of enterprise requirements
ā¢ Developing skills and awareness of security in software design and implementation
Skills
ā¢ Exceptional academic track record from both high school and university
ā¢ Undergraduate degree in Computer Science, Business Informatics, Mathematics or another STEM discipline with programming courses
ā¢ Confidence to get started and deliver high quality code in one of Python, Rust, C/C++, Golang, JavaScript or Java
ā¢ Experience with Ubuntu or another Linux distribution
ā¢ Track record of going above-and-beyond expectations to achieve outstanding results
ā¢ Result-oriented and organized, with the drive to meet commitments
ā¢ Personal projects in technology and software engineering beyond the curriculum
ā¢ Professional written and spoken English
ā¢ Excellent interpersonal skills, curiosity, flexibility, and accountability
ā¢ Personal responsibility and accountability
ā¢ Thoughtfulness, self-awareness and the ability to reflect and develop
ā¢ Ability to travel internationally twice a year for company events up to two weeks long
ā¢ Upstream open source contributions
ā¢ Packaging and Linux distribution contributions - Debian, Fedora, Arch, Nix or another
ā¢ Leadership and organization skills
ā¢ Presentation and writing skills
ā¢ Business and commercial interests
Benefits
ā¢ Distributed work environment with twice-yearly team sprints in person
ā¢ Personal learning and development budget of USD 2,000 per year
ā¢ Annual compensation review
ā¢ Recognition rewards
ā¢ Annual holiday leave
ā¢ Maternity and paternity leave
ā¢ Team Member Assistance Program & Wellness Platform
ā¢ Opportunity to travel to new locations to meet colleagues
ā¢ Priority Pass and travel upgrades for long-haul company events
Company Overview
ā¢ We deliver open source to the world faster, more securely and more cost effectively than any other company. It was founded in 2004, and is headquartered in London, England, GB, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is http://www.canonical.com/.
Company H1B Sponsorship
ā¢ Canonical has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 4 in 2025, 1 in 2024, 1 in 2023, 3 in 2022, 1 in 2021, 1 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.
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Responsibilities
ā¢ Shaping the roadmap for your product at global sprints every six months
ā¢ Focusing on design and user experience, even for developer tooling and command line apps
ā¢ Writing high quality, resilient and performant code, potentially serving millions of demanding daily users
ā¢ Working towards mastery of key programming languages and Linux system knowledge
ā¢ Engaging with users and the open source community through code reviews and issue trackers
ā¢ Responding to customer issues as a priority, develop an understanding of enterprise requirements
ā¢ Developing skills and awareness of security in software design and implementation
Skills
ā¢ Exceptional academic track record from both high school and university
ā¢ Undergraduate degree in Computer Science, Business Informatics, Mathematics or another STEM discipline with programming courses
ā¢ Confidence to get started and deliver high quality code in one of Python, Rust, C/C++, Golang, JavaScript or Java
ā¢ Experience with Ubuntu or another Linux distribution
ā¢ Track record of going above-and-beyond expectations to achieve outstanding results
ā¢ Result-oriented and organized, with the drive to meet commitments
ā¢ Personal projects in technology and software engineering beyond the curriculum
ā¢ Professional written and spoken English
ā¢ Excellent interpersonal skills, curiosity, flexibility, and accountability
ā¢ Personal responsibility and accountability
ā¢ Thoughtfulness, self-awareness and the ability to reflect and develop
ā¢ Ability to travel internationally twice a year for company events up to two weeks long
ā¢ Upstream open source contributions
ā¢ Packaging and Linux distribution contributions - Debian, Fedora, Arch, Nix or another
ā¢ Leadership and organization skills
ā¢ Presentation and writing skills
ā¢ Business and commercial interests
Benefits
ā¢ Distributed work environment with twice-yearly team sprints in person
ā¢ Personal learning and development budget of USD 2,000 per year
ā¢ Annual compensation review
ā¢ Recognition rewards
ā¢ Annual holiday leave
ā¢ Maternity and paternity leave
ā¢ Team Member Assistance Program & Wellness Platform
ā¢ Opportunity to travel to new locations to meet colleagues
ā¢ Priority Pass and travel upgrades for long-haul company events
Company Overview
ā¢ We deliver open source to the world faster, more securely and more cost effectively than any other company. It was founded in 2004, and is headquartered in London, England, GB, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is http://www.canonical.com/.
Company H1B Sponsorship
ā¢ Canonical has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 4 in 2025, 1 in 2024, 1 in 2023, 3 in 2022, 1 in 2021, 1 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.
Apply Now
Apply Now