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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Security Software Engineer - **Company:** Canonical - **Location:** United States (Remote available) - **Contract:** Internship / Graduate position - **Skills:** C (Programming Language), Java (Programming Language), JavaScript (Programming Language), PHP (Programming Language), Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), C++ (Programming Language), Ubuntu (Operating System), Cyber Security, Debian Linux, Linux, Federal Information Processing Standards (FIPS), Internet Security, Python (Programming Language), Linux Kernel, Open Source Technology, OpenSSL, Ruby, Security Software, Software Engineering, Software Systems, TypeScript, Rust (Programming Language), Information Technology, Free and Open-Source Software, Vulnerability Analysis, Golang, Programming Languages - **Published:** August 20, 2026 - **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/canonical/jobs/5146620 ## About the Role Apply here if you are an exceptional security-focused software engineer, passionate about open source, and excited by Canonical's products and mission. This role requires the ability to be productive in a globally distributed team through strong self-discipline and motivation. It also involves mandatory international travel at least twice a year, typically for one week., * 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 * A track record of going above and beyond expectations * Thorough understanding of the common categories of security vulnerabilities and how to fix them * Knowledge of modern software engineering techniques * Familiarity with open source development tools and methodologies * Skill in one or more of C, C++, Python, Go, Rust, Java, Ruby, PHP, or JavaScript/Typescript * Experience as a security champion * Experience driving security within a wider SSDLC process * Professional written and spoken English * Experience with Linux (Debian or Ubuntu preferred) * Excellent interpersonal skills, curiosity, flexibility, and accountability * Passion, thoughtfulness, and self-motivation * Excellent communication and presentation skills * Results-oriented, with a personal drive to meet commitments Optional skills we also value * Clear and effective communication with both the team and Ubuntu community members * Experience working with the Linux kernel * Experience with security certifications and knowledge of FIPS and/or Common Criteria (CC) * Experience with OVAL (Open Vulnerability Assessment Language) * Knowledge of cryptographic modules such as OpenSSL and Libgcrypt * Knowledge of low-level Linux cryptography APIs * Demonstrated ability to learn quickly * Performance engineering experience ## Description * Define, implement, and document new security features * Lead security-focused initiatives within a product engineering team * Analyze, fix, and test vulnerabilities in open source software * Contribute to Ubuntu and upstream open source projects to benefit the community * Audit and analyze source code for vulnerabilities * Integrate new tools into our security infrastructure, pipelines, and processes * Achieve and retain various security certifications * Extend and enhance Linux cryptographic components to meet country-specific compliance requirements, such as FIPS and Common Criteria (CC) certifications * Work with external partners to develop Center for Internet Security (CIS) benchmarks * Design and develop hardening automation for Ubuntu * Stay up to date with trends and developments in the security industry * Develop, test, and maintain new software capabilities * Provide guidance and support to other engineering teams on security best practices, 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 * Employee Assistance Programme * Opportunity to travel to new locations to meet colleagues * Priority Pass, and travel upgrades for long haul company events, Select... What security project or products have you contributed to before, and what was your role?* What interactions have you had with the open source community? Have you made any contributions to open source packages?* Which programming languages are you most familiar with, and how would you describe your level of competence with those languages?* How did you perform in mathematics at high school?* Select... How did you perform in your native language at high school?* Select... Please share your rationale or evidence for the high school performance selections above. Make reference to provincial, state or nation-wide scoring systems, rankings, or recognition awards, or to competitive or selective college entrance results such as SAT or ACT scores, JAMB, matriculation results, IB results etc. We recognise every system is different but we will ask you to justify your selections above.* What was your bachelor's university degree result, or expected result if you have not yet graduated? Please include the grading system to help us understand your result e.g. '85 out of 100', '2:1 (Grading system: first class, 2:1, 2:2, third class)' or 'GPA score of 3.8/4.0 (predicted)'. We have hired outstanding individuals who did not attend or complete university. If this describes you, please continue with your application and enter 'no degree'.* Universities around the world score degrees in different ways. Please indicate your result, or expected result if you are close to graduation, along with information about the grading system. We require all colleagues to meet in person 2-4 times a year, at internal company events lasting between 1-2 weeks. We try to pick new and interesting locations that will likely require international travel and entry requirement visas and vaccinations. Are you willing and able to commit to this?* Select... 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