Canonical · 2 days ago
Ubuntu Linux Kernel Engineer - BIOS/Firmware
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Responsibilities
Collaborate regularly and proactively with a globally distributed team
Work closely with the PC platform enablement team and vendors to resolve issues involving BIOS, UEFI, ACPI, or other problems involving boot and configuration of the Linux kernel
Become a primary contributor and maintainer to the Firmware Test Suite (FWTS)
Improve tooling and automation for comprehensive verification of Ubuntu Linux on x86 platforms
Submit, review, and apply kernel patches, working with both internal and external upstream maintainers
Qualification
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Required
Significant programming ability in C
Demonstrated software development background involving UEFI and/or ACPI, with in-depth understanding of AML.
Solid background with git
Familiarity with the x86 bootstrap process
Understanding of operating system kernel fundamentals, with a focus on ACPI and UEFI interaction
Ability to travel internationally twice a year for company events of up to two weeks length
Preferred
Python and Bash scripting ability
Prior background with the coreboot project
Ubuntu/Debian/Snap packaging
Experience with Linux kernel patching and debugging
Familiarity with Devicetree, SystemReady, u-boot, or other non-x86 platform bootstrap or configuration mechanisms
Benefits
Home-based 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 Programme
Opportunity to travel to new locations to meet colleagues
Priority Pass, and travel upgrades for long haul company events
Company
Canonical
Canonical is a software company that markets commercial support and services for Ubuntu (Linux OS) and related projects.
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