Lead Linux Kernel Engineer

Summary

Join the Canonical Kernel Team as a lead kernel engineer to drive technical direction, lead delivery of junior and mid-career engineers, and collaborate with senior technical leadership on Ubuntu Linux. The ideal candidate has a deep technical background in operating system kernels and distributions, strong leadership skills, and experience working in a *nix-based operating system kernel and distribution.

Requirements

• Well-organised and motivated self-starter able to thrive in a remote work environment
• Strong communication skills in English, both written and verbal
• Expert understanding of the C programming language
• Demonstrated expertise working in a *nix-based operating system kernel and distribution
• Python and Bash scripting ability
• Powerful grasp of the capabilities and nuances of the git version control system

Responsibilities

• Set the technical direction and lead the delivery of a team of junior and mid-career engineers for a key aspect of Ubuntu Linux
• Work closely with management within and outside the team to track and coordinate initiatives to delivery
• Collaborate daily with other senior technical leadership on the Kernel Team on how best to ensure Ubuntu stays at the pinnacle of Linux distributions

Benefits

• Home-based 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
• Priority Pass, and travel upgrades for long haul company events