Linux Sustaining Engineer Role

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Join Canonical, the publisher of Ubuntu, as a Software Engineer in Sustaining Engineering. This remote role offers the opportunity to work on mission-critical Linux-based infrastructure and open source applications used by millions globally. You will collaborate with world-class engineers to resolve complex technical issues across the entire stack, from bare metal to cloud-native platforms, ensuring the success of enterprise customers and community users.

Job Overview

As a Sustaining Engineer, you will troubleshoot, resolve, and drive upstream fixes for software challenges on Ubuntu and related open-source technologies. You will partner with internal teams and upstream communities to deliver robust solutions, enhance product stability, and maintain Canonical’s high standards of technical excellence in a distributed, global environment.

Key Responsibilities
  • Troubleshoot and resolve complex customer issues related to Ubuntu, Kernel, Ceph, OpenStack, Kubernetes, and other open source software.
  • Develop bug fixes, backport patches, and collaborate with upstream communities for inclusion.
  • Maintain close working relationships with Field, Support, and Product Engineering teams.
  • Participate in team discussions to improve processes, tools, and documentation.
  • Communicate clearly and effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Required Skills & Qualifications
  • Professional experience as a software engineer with a background in Computer Science, STEM, or similar fields.
  • Strong expertise in Linux and at least one of Ceph, OpenStack, Kubernetes, or other cloud technologies.
  • Development-level experience in Python, Go, C, or C++ on Linux platforms.
  • Proficiency with debugging tools such as gdb and familiarity with git source code repositories.
  • Exceptional academic track record, strong communication skills, and willingness to travel internationally up to 10%.

Job Type: Remote

Salary: Not Disclosed

Experience: Entry

Duration: 12 Months

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