Ubuntu Software Engineer

Remote

Full Time

Posted November 7, 2025

$2k - $2k

Remote

Application opens on company website

Bring your existing expertise and learn new skills by working on one of the most prolific pieces of open source software.

Based on the first round of interviews, we identify specific teams where you might be an excellent fit and conduct second-round interviews with those teams. Our engineers are:
Designing, building and shipping software in Rust, Go and Python
Packaging, integrating, testing and uploading open source software to the Ubuntu repositories
Debugging system-level issues 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
Mentoring their colleagues to build skills and understanding
Developing and improving processes to more efficiently fulfill our goals

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
At least 2 to 4 years of professional software engineering experience post University
Drive and a track record of going above and beyond expectations
A demonstrated passion for open source software
Significant 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

We consider geographical location, experience, and performance in shaping compensation worldwide. We revisit compensation annually (and more often for graduates and associates) to ensure we recognize outstanding performance. In addition to base pay, we offer a performance-driven annual bonus. We provide all team members with additional benefits, which reflect our values and ideals. We balance our programs to meet local needs and ensure fairness globally.
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