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The role
Canonical's Kernel Team is hiring a Lead Linux Kernel Engineer to lead architecture and delivery of parts of the Ubuntu kernel, such as partner platform support, security fixes and performance. It is not a formal management role. Home-based roles exist in every time zone.
What you will do
- Set technical direction and lead delivery for a team of junior and mid-career engineers on one aspect of Ubuntu Linux
- Drive engagements with key silicon and cloud partners
- Lead mitigation of CVEs and kernel hardening
- Architect performance and correctness improvements to the kernel
- Streamline packaging and distribution of difficult third-party components
- Coordinate with management and senior kernel leaders on initiatives
What they ask for
- Technical equivalent of about 15+ years of industry experience in OS kernels or low-level systems
- Expert knowledge of C
- Demonstrated expertise in a *nix kernel and distribution
- Python and Bash scripting, and strong Git skills
- Experience with software packaging formats; Ubuntu, Debian or Snap preferred
- Strong English communication
- Able to travel internationally at least twice a year for events of up to two weeks
What they offer
- Home-based roles in every time zone
- Performance-driven annual bonus or commission
- Twice-yearly in-person team sprints with travel
- Learning and development budget
- Annual compensation review and recognition rewards
- Holiday, maternity and paternity leave
This is our own short reading of the posting. The full description, and anything that has changed since, is on Canonical's careers page behind the apply button.
