Graduate Software Engineer, Open Source, Linux

Canonical

Graduate Software Engineer contributing to Canonical's open source and Linux initiatives with the chance to solve significant engineering challenges. Working remotely as part of a global team.

Posted 7/13/2026full-timeRemote • 🌎 Anywhere in the WorldEntry LevelWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in programming languages such as Python, Rust, C/C++, Golang, JavaScript, and Java, alongside strong Linux system knowledge. Engages effectively with users and the open source community while prioritizing security in software design and implementation.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Programming Languages: Python, Rust, C/C++, Golang, JavaScript, JavaLinux System Knowledge: Ubuntu or Other DistributionsUser Engagement and Community InteractionSecurity in Software Design and ImplementationExceptional Academic Track Record

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Hard Skills

High Quality Code WritingResilient Code DevelopmentPerformant Code DevelopmentSoftware EngineeringEnterprise Requirements Understanding

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsCuriosityFlexibilityAccountabilitySelf-Awareness

Industry Keywords

User ExperienceDeveloper ToolingCommand Line AppsCode ReviewsIssue Trackers

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

GoJavaJavaScriptLinuxOpen SourcePythonRust

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Shaping the roadmap for your product at global sprints every six months
Focusing on design and user experience, even for developer tooling and command line apps
Writing high quality, resilient and performant code, potentially serving millions of demanding daily users
Working towards mastery of key programming languages and Linux system knowledge
Engaging with users and the open source community through code reviews and issue trackers
Responding to customer issues as a priority, develop an understanding of enterprise requirements
Developing skills and awareness of security in software design and implementation

Requirements

What you’ll need

Exceptional academic track record from both high school and university
Undergraduate degree in Computer Science, Business Informatics, Mathematics or another STEM discipline with programming courses
Confidence to get started and deliver high quality code in one of Python, Rust, C/C++, Golang, JavaScript or Java
Experience with Ubuntu or another Linux distribution
Track record of going above-and-beyond expectations to achieve outstanding results
Result-oriented and organized, with the drive to meet commitments
Personal projects in technology and software engineering beyond the curriculum
Professional written and spoken English
Excellent interpersonal skills, curiosity, flexibility, and accountability
Personal responsibility and accountability
Thoughtfulness, self-awareness and the ability to reflect and develop
Ability to travel internationally twice a year for company events up to two weeks long

Benefits

Comp & perks

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