Rust Engineering Lead - Linux and Open Source
CanonicalRemote
Full Time
Posted January 20, 2026
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Job Description
Canonical is seeking Rust Engineering Leads to drive the adoption of Rust in their open source projects and Linux-based systems, focusing on designing, implementing, and advocating for high-quality software across distributed teams in a fully remote environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Design and implement well-tested and well-documented software in Rust
- Advocate for Rust adoption within Canonical and upstream projects
- Identify projects and codebases suitable for Rust integration
- Debug and fix issues encountered by users of Rust-based software
- Participate in code and architectural reviews
- Collaborate with community and colleagues on technical specifications
- Seek improvements to engineering and operations practices
- Deploy and operate services developed by the team in some cases
- Contribute to the success of products through technical advocacy
Requirements
- Experience designing and writing high-quality Rust software on Linux
- Experience with and passion for Linux at the system level
- An exceptional academic track record from both high school and university, or a compelling narrative about your alternative path
- Undergraduate degree in Computer Science or STEM, or equivalent experience
- Experience building, deploying, and operating distributed systems and APIs (required for more senior roles)
- Experience with Linux in various versions (the more different versions, the better)
- Professional written and spoken English
- The work ethic and confidence to work alongside motivated colleagues in a fully home-based and distributed environment
- Ability to travel twice a year for company events, up to two weeks each
Benefits & Perks
Compensation is based on location, experience, and performance, with annual reviews and recognition rewards
Performance-driven annual bonus or commission
Distributed work environment with twice-yearly in-person team sprints
Personal learning and development budget of USD 2,000 per year
Annual compensation review
Annual holiday leave
Maternity and paternity leave
Employee Assistance Programme
Opportunity to travel to new locations to meet colleagues
Priority Pass and travel upgrades for long haul company events
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