Linux Kernel Engineer - Ubuntu at Canonical Nigeria (Remote)

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Job Title: Linux Kernel Engineer – Ubuntu

The role entails

Collaborate regularly and proactively with a globally distributed team
Work closely with external silicon, cloud, or hardware manufacturer delivery teams on bleeding-edge platforms
Diagnose and resolve issues in the kernel reported by customers, the community, and discovered by your own rigorous testing
Take personal responsibility for the delivery of a flavour of the Ubuntu Linux kernel
Improve tooling and automation for delivery and test of Ubuntu Linux kernels
Submit, review, and apply kernel patches, working with both internal and external upstream maintainers

What we are looking for in you

Significant programming experience in C, with Python, Golang, or other like languages also highly regarded
Substantial experience with operating system kernel internals and concepts, Linux would be highly regarded but not essential
Solid background with git
Prior experience developing with software packaging formats, with direct Ubuntu/Debian/Snap experience being highly regarded
Understanding of Linux kernel upstream processes and release cycle
Experience with Linux (Debian or Ubuntu preferred)
Professional written and spoken English with excellent presentation skills
Ability to travel twice a year, for company events up to two weeks each

Nice-to-have skills:

Strong grasp of device drivers, BSP’s, and other low level system engineering
Prior experience with Ubuntu/Debian/Snap packaging
Performance engineering and security experience
Solid background in CI/CD and process automation
Prior public involvement with an open source project.

What We Offer Colleagues

We consider geographical location, experience, and performance in shaping compensation worldwide. We revisit compensation annually (and more often for graduates and associates) to ensure we recognize outstanding performance.
In addition to base pay, we offer a performance-driven annual bonus or commission. We provide all team members with additional benefits, which reflect our values and ideals. We balance our programs to meet local needs and ensure fairness globally.
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 Program
Opportunity to travel to new locations to meet colleagues
Priority Pass, and travel upgrades for long haul company events.

Application Instructions:

The application deadline is NOT SPECIFIED. Therefore, Qualified and interested candidates can: “CLICK HERE TO APPLY ONLINE”. It is important to visit the official website (link found below) for detailed information on how to apply successfully for this vacancy.

Website:
Official Job Website: https://canonical.com/