Canonical · 3 weeks ago
Junior Ubuntu Software Engineer
Latin America
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelCanonical is a leading provider of open source software and operating systems to the global enterprise and technology markets. They are hiring junior engineers to work across their Ubuntu Engineering organization, focusing on quality, performance, and resilience in software, while engaging with the broader open source community.
Computer Software
Responsibilities
Designing, building and shipping software in Rust, Go, Python and C/C++
Packaging, integrating, testing and uploading open source software to the Ubuntu repositories
Debugging issues, then designing and delivering robust solutions
Authoring and improving technical and community documentation
Contributing to upstream and neighboring open source projects
Collaborating as part of a globally distributed team
Continuously learning and progressing their technical and professional skills
Qualification
Required
An exceptional academic track record from both high school and university
Undergraduate degree in Computer Science or STEM, or a compelling narrative about your alternative path
Drive and a track record of going above and beyond expectations
A passion for open source software
Experience with Rust, Go, Python, Flutter or C/C++
Professional written and spoken English
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to travel twice a year, for company events up to two weeks each
Preferred
Familiarity with Linux distributions
Familiarity with system debugging tools and techniques
Familiarity with automation tooling and CI/CD systems
Experience contributing to open source projects
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
We deliver open source to the world faster, more securely and more cost effectively than any other company.
Founded in 2004
1001-5000 employees
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