Canonical is Hiring fresher Linux Kernel Engineer – Ubuntu
Job Description
Company: Canonical (Publisher of Ubuntu OS)
Position: Linux Kernel Engineer – Ubuntu
Job Type: Full-time, Remote (Asia Pacific, Hyderabad – Open Worldwide)
Location: Home-based / Remote / Global
Industry: Open Source, Cloud, DevOps, AI, IoT, Operating Systems
About Canonical
Canonical is a global leader in open-source software and operating systems, best known as the publisher of Ubuntu, one of the most widely used Linux distributions worldwide.
We power innovation in:
- Cloud Computing (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud, IBM Cloud)
- Artificial Intelligence (AI) & Data Science
- Engineering & IoT (Internet of Things)
- Enterprise IT & High-Performance Computing (HPC)
With 1200+ colleagues across 75+ countries, Canonical is a pioneer in remote-first collaboration and has been fully distributed since 2004.
Role Overview – Linux Kernel Engineer (Ubuntu)
The Linux Kernel Engineer role is a core technical position within the Canonical Kernel Team, responsible for building, optimizing, and securing the Ubuntu Linux kernel across a wide range of hardware platforms.
This includes everything from embedded devices and servers to cloud hyperscalers, mainframes, and supercomputers.
You will collaborate with major silicon providers, hardware manufacturers, and cloud leaders to ensure Ubuntu kernels are production-ready, secure, and optimized for performance.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop, maintain, and optimize Ubuntu Linux kernels across platforms and architectures
- Collaborate with globally distributed teams and external silicon/cloud partners
- Diagnose and resolve kernel-related issues raised by customers and the community
- Own delivery of one or more Ubuntu kernel variants
- Enhance CI/CD pipelines and automation tools for kernel testing and deployment
- Submit, review, and integrate kernel patches with upstream maintainers
- Work on specialized areas such as:
- Confidential computing & next-gen security primitives
- Real-Time & Low Latency kernel variants
- Kernel Livepatch (fixing vulnerabilities without reboots)
- Virtualization, containers, storage (Ceph, DRBD), and networking performance
Qualifications & Skills
Essential Requirements:
- Proficiency in C programming (Python or Go a plus)
- Strong knowledge of Linux internals & operating system concepts
- Hands-on experience with Ubuntu/Debian environments
- Version control expertise (Git)
- Excellent communication in professional English (written & spoken)
- Ability to travel internationally 2–4 times/year for company events
Nice-to-Have Skills:
- Experience with device drivers, BSPs, and low-level system engineering
- Familiarity with Linux kernel upstream processes & release cycles
- Background in performance engineering, CI/CD automation, and security
- Contributions to open-source projects (especially kernel-related)
Benefits at Canonical
- Fully remote & distributed work culture
- Annual Compensation Review + Performance Bonus
- $2,000 annual learning & development budget
- Paid holiday leave, maternity & paternity leave
- Health & wellness support + Employee Assistance Program
- Priority Pass & international travel opportunities for company sprints
- Work alongside some of the world’s best open-source engineers
Why Join Canonical?
- Be part of a company leading the future of open source & Linux innovation
- Work on cutting-edge technologies like AI, cloud, IoT, and edge computing
- Collaborate with a truly global team spanning 75+ countries
- Contribute to Ubuntu, a platform trusted by 90% of Fortune 500 companies
Application Process
To apply for the Linux Kernel Engineer – Ubuntu role at Canonical, submit your application via Canonical’s career portal.
Applicants will be required to:
- Share academic results and professional experience
- Provide coding and kernel-level programming details
- Confirm ability to travel for company events (2–4 times per year)
- Upload Resume/CV and Cover Letter (PDF/DOC format)
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