> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/2206587-linux-tools-developer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/2206587-linux-tools-developer). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Linux Tools Developer - **Company:** ECM Selection Limited - **Location:** UK (Remote available) - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** PHP (Programming Language), Profiling, Continuous Delivery, Continuous Integration, Linux, Github, Python (Programming Language), NoSQL, Open Source Technology, Ruby, SQL Databases, Gitlab, Free and Open-Source Software, Restful APIs, Docker - **Published:** August 24, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.ecmselection.co.uk/register/25798 ## About the Role Linux build / deployment / web tool development for open source, remote working Join a distributed global team of Linux open source developers, and focus on developing and enhancing their tools. Working with members of the engineering, delivery, systems and operations teams, you will enhance internal tools used across the organisation. Your CV will show you are: * A skilled Python developer conversant with RESTful API development * Very familiar with Docker, containers, and modern deployment approaches * Very familiar with build and test systems, continuous integration and continuous delivery, GitHub and/or GitLab, hooks, triggers * Skilled with SQL and ideally NoSQL databases; queries, schema design and performance profiling * Proficient in English (written and spoken, technical and conversational) * Keen to work remotely as part of a globally distributed team Your CV will show your experience with, and suitability for a role involving, work on developer and company tools spanning these areas. The typical candidate will be UK based, with a good technical degree (1st or 2:1) from a top university, and strong A-level grades. Ideally you will also have experience of open source software (ideally as a contributor, or otherwise as an enthusiastic user). Any Go, Rust, Ruby (and Rails), PHP experience you have is also welcome. ## Related Videos - [Coffee with Developers: David Heinemeier Hansson](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/875-coffee-with-developers-david-heinemeier-hansson) - [Docker network without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1418-docker-network-without-docker) - [Leveraging Real time data in FSIs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/806-leveraging-real-time-data-in-fsis) - [The Evolving Landscape of Application Development: Insights from Three Years of Research](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1459-the-evolving-landscape-of-application-development-insights-from-three-years-of-research) - [Discover the open source trio you didn’t expect: .NET and PostgreSQL on Linux](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2042-discover-the-open-source-trio-you-didn-t-expect-net-and-postgresql-on-linux) - [Coroutine explained yet again 60 years later](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/690-coroutine-explained-yet-again-60-years-later) ## Related Articles - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [Find a Developer Job: 12 Best Job Sites For Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/165-find-a-developer-job-12-best-job-sites-for-developers) - [Where To Find Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/396-where-to-find-software-engineering-jobs) - [Where to Find Entry-Level Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/397-where-to-find-entry-level-software-engineering-jobs) - [7 Most Popular Web Developer Jobs in Europe](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/163-7-most-popular-web-developer-jobs-in-europe) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated)