We deliver open source to the world faster, more securely and more cost effectively than any other company. We develop Ubuntu, the world’s most popular enterprise Linux from cloud to edge, together with a passionate global community of 200,000 contributors. Ubuntu means 'humanity to others'​. We chose it because it embodies the generosity at the heart of open source, the new normal for platforms and innovation.
What your day will look like
- Design and develop elements of the Core Desktop.
- Work with the latest Linux container technologies - kernel namespaces, cgroups, apparmour, seccomp and more
- Write high quality, defensive and performant code for millions of demanding daily users
- Collaborate with team members to understand the intricacies of immutable desktops.
- Participate in code reviews to gain a deep understanding of quality standards and architecture.
- Engage with the Ubuntu community to gather user feedback and insights.
- Contribute to documentation to aid in your learning and that of future team members.
- Take part in regular team meetings to discuss progress, challenges, and upcoming development sprints.
- Troubleshoot and resolve user-reported issues, gaining experience in debugging and problem-solving.
What we are looking for in you
- Outstanding academic results
- An undergraduate degree in a technical subject or a compelling narrative about your alternative chosen path.
- An understanding of software development methodologies and life cycles.
- A passion for technology and a drive to work with intelligent, motivated colleagues.
- Willingness to learn and adapt, with a keen interest in the challenges of immutable desktop environments.
- Skills in Linux containerisation technologies - kernel namespaces, cgroups, apparmour, or seccomp
- Skills in Linux desktop environments - XDG portals, free desktop specifications, systemd, GRUB etc.
- Skills in C/C++, Go, Python and Shell scripting.
- Good communication skills for both internal and external interactions.
- Ability to travel twice a year, for company events up to two weeks long.
Additional Skills That You Might Also Bring
- Familiarity with Rust, Golang and Dart / Flutter is a plus.
- Initiative to proactively identify opportunities and solve challenges.
- Curiosity, flexibility, and a strong sense of accountability.
- A focus on soft skills, including passion, enterprise, and self-motivation.
Method of Application
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