Ubuntu Linux Kernel Engineer - Silicon Enablement
Canonical · Home based - Worldwide
Posted about 3 months ago
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Is this posting real?
- This role has been open
- 87 days Canonical's roles stay open a median of 87 days
- Reposted
- No
- Salary listed
- No 0% of Canonical's roles list one
- Ghost-job risk at Canonical
- high 304 stale, 1 reposted of 312 open
- Hiring momentum
- 317 roles opened in the last 90 days ↑ up vs. the prior 90 days
- Last confirmed on the employer's board
- 2026-10-29
Measured from postings appearing on and disappearing from Canonical's own greenhouse board since 2026-08-03. Full hiring picture for Canonical.
About this role
As an Ubuntu Linux Kernel Engineer focused on Silicon Enablement, you will drive the integration of platform support from silicon partners into the Ubuntu Linux kernel. Your role involves resolving complex kernel issues, delivering optimized kernel variants, and developing tools for reliable kernel delivery. Collaboration with a globally distributed engineering team is essential to ensure cohesive outcomes.
- benefits
- 5/5
- freshness
- 1/5
- career value
- 4/5
- role clarity
- 5/5
- pay transparency
- 0/5
Scored from the posting itself — how clearly the role is described, how much it says about pay and benefits, and how recently it was listed. Not a judgement of Canonical as an employer.
What you need
- Proficiency in C programming for low-level system development
- Strong grasp of device drivers, BSPs, and hardware-level system engineering
- Deep understanding of operating system kernel fundamentals
- Professional proficiency with Git for version control
- Effective communication skills in English, both written and verbal
- Ability to travel twice a year for company events of up to two weeks in length
Nice to have
- Experience with Python or Bash scripting for automation
- Prior experience working with major SoC families (e.g., NVIDIA, Intel, AMD, Qualcomm, MediaTek, Renesas)
- Familiarity with Ubuntu, Debian, or Snap packaging
- Expertise in Linux kernel patching and debugging
- Understanding of performance optimization techniques for silicon platforms
What you get
- Performance-driven annual bonus
- Personal learning and development budget of USD 2,000 per year
- Annual compensation review
- Recognition rewards
- Annual holiday leave
- Maternity and paternity leave
Worth weighing
- No specific salary listed
- Role requires collaboration in a globally distributed team
- Direct experience with the Linux kernel is preferred but not mandatory
Summarised from Canonical's posting. Read the full original.
Listed by Canonical on their greenhouse job board, last confirmed open on 2026-10-29. PitchMeAI is not the employer.
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