Kernel Build Automation Engineer - Ubuntu Linux

Canonical

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Full Time

Posted March 31, 2026

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Job Description

Canonical is seeking a senior software engineer to lead the development of an automated Linux kernel build system, focusing on simplifying configuration and distribution processes, and collaborating with engineering teams to integrate solutions into the Ubuntu ecosystem.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the design and implementation of an automated Linux build control system
Collaborate with engineering teams to deploy the build system into the Canonical ecosystem
Troubleshoot and optimize kernel build processes using kbuild, kconfig, and make
Propose and drive acceptance of innovative solutions to kernel build challenges

Requirements

Significant programming ability in Python, with strong C skills also highly regarded
Demonstrated experience in patching and configuration of the Linux kernel
A strong working knowledge of kconfig and git
Ability to communicate effectively in English, both written and oral
Solid background with popular open-source projects for creating custom Linux-based distributions such as Yocto or buildroot
Strong grasp of git
In-depth understanding of the build system beyond typing make on the command line
Experience with advanced git usage and kernel patching
Ability to lead the design and implementation of an automated Linux build control system
Experience working closely with engineering teams to deploy into the Canonical ecosystem
Ability to analyze and resolve issues related to kbuild, kconfig, and make to determine optimal solutions
Proven ability to propose innovative solutions to kernel build roadblocks and drive acceptance to upstream
Experience developing CLI tools, including interactions with REST APIs
Experience with software packaging formats, with direct Ubuntu Debian Snap experience being highly regarded