Canonical · 1 month ago
Ubuntu Linux Kernel Engineer - BIOS/Firmware
United States
Full-time
Remote
Senior LevelCanonical is the company behind Ubuntu Linux, which is expanding its investment into PC platform stability, reliability, and performance. The Ubuntu Linux Kernel Engineer will take ownership of aspects related to the boot process, BIOS, UEFI, and ACPI, collaborating with a global team to resolve issues and contribute to the Firmware Test Suite.
Computer Software
Responsibilities
Collaborate regularly and proactively with a globally distributed team
Work closely with our 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
Required
Strong understanding of ACPI, ideally from the Linux kernel perspective
Familiarity with BIOS/UEFI to resolve issues as they are reported from PC platform vendors or the community
Well-organised and motivated self-starter able to thrive in a remote work environment
Professional manner with colleagues, business partners, and the open-source community
Ability to communicate effectively in English, both written and verbal
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
Distributed 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
Team Member Assistance Program & Wellness Platform
Opportunity to travel to new locations to meet colleagues
Priority Pass and travel upgrades for long-haul company events
Company
Canonical
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Founded in 2004
1001-5000 employees
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