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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Ubuntu Software Engineer - **Company:** Canonical - **Location:** United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Starter - **Salary:** $200,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Flutter, Artificial Intelligence, C++ (Programming Language), Ubuntu (Operating System), Software Debugging, Python (Programming Language), Linux Distribution, Open Source Technology, Systems Integration, Information Technology, Free and Open-Source Software, Golang - **Published:** August 18, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.builtincolorado.com/auth/login?destination=/job/junior-ubuntu-software-engineer/7639854 ## About the Role * 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 * Drive and a track record of going above and beyond expectations * A passion for open source software * 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 Nice-to-have skills * Familiarity with Linux distributions * Familiarity with system debugging tools and techniques * Familiarity with automation tooling and CI/CD systems * Experience contributing to open source projects ## Description Bring your existing expertise and learn new skills by working on one of the most prolific pieces of open source software. As an engineer working on Ubuntu you could work on any or all of the following categories: * Development: design, build and ship new foundational systems software and applications in Rust, Go, Flutter, and Python * Architecture: engineer the integration of open source from boot firmware to cloud applications deployment * Packaging: a combination of Debian and Snap packaging to ship software in the distribution * Automation: build and maintain the machinery responsible for building, testing and shipping Ubuntu * Distro Engineering: the maintenance and evolution of a Linux distribution and its repositories If you have skills in those areas, or you have other skills you believe could contribute to Ubuntu, and you're keen to get started building your career in open source, then this is the role for you. Our junior career path caters for both new graduates and early careers engineers. At Canonical, you will have the opportunity to engage with and contribute to the broader open source community. We're looking for individuals who can help build a thriving community and contribute with enthusiasm and precision to a broad range of technologies., 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, Python and C/C++ * Packaging, integrating, testing and uploading open source software to the Ubuntu repositories * Debugging issues, then designing 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 * Continuously learning and progressing their technical and professional skills, 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, Cloud * Insurance * Payments * Software * Business Intelligence * App development * Big Data Analytics The Enterprise Account Executive will focus on acquiring new business in the insurance sector, managing client relationships, and collaborating with sales teams to enhance reach. 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