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Linux Devices Software Engineer

Canonical
Taipei, Taiwan
Full Time
Posted December 1, 2025
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Job Description

A software engineering role focused on developing and optimizing low-level system technology for autonomous devices and embedded systems using Linux and open source tools, with opportunities for technical leadership and collaboration across global teams.

Key Responsibilities

  • Work with the latest Linux kernel and open source technologies
  • Deliver Ubuntu for IoT and server-class hardware platforms
  • Integrate and maintain device-oriented software stacks
  • Write high-quality, well-designed software
  • Debug issues and produce high-quality code to fix them
  • Optimize the Ubuntu kernel and libraries for silicon-specific capabilities
  • Build device OS images with Ubuntu Core, Desktop, and Server
  • Contribute to technical documentation
  • Collaborate proactively with distributed teams
  • Display technical leadership internally and within external communities
  • Participate as technical lead on complex customer system architecture engagements

Requirements

  • An undergraduate degree in Computer Science or STEM, or a compelling narrative about your alternative path.
  • Experience with Linux Debian or Ubuntu preferred.
  • Fluency in at least one of Golang, C, C++, or Rust.
  • Professional written and spoken English.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills, curiosity, flexibility, and accountability.
  • Passion for Linux or embedded systems software such as kernel, graphics, or Yocto.
  • Result-oriented, with a personal drive to meet commitments.
  • Ability to travel twice a year, for company events up to two weeks each.

Benefits & Perks

Annual performance-driven bonus
Distributed work environment with remote roles in every time zone
Annual holiday leave
Maternity and paternity leave
Employee Assistance Programme
Personal learning and development budget of USD 2,000 per year
Recognition rewards
Opportunity to travel to new locations to meet colleagues
Travel upgrades for long haul company events
Revisit compensation annually and more often for graduates and associates

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