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Canonical — Graduate Software Engineer, Open Source and Linux
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Status
- Added
- 2 June 2026
- Location
- Switzerland (Remote)
- Description
- This role offers an exceptional entry point into large-scale open source engineering, where you will contribute to systems that power cloud, AI, IoT, and enterprise infrastructure worldwide. You will work on deeply technical challenges spanning operating systems, developer tools, and distributed software used by millions of users. The environment is highly collaborative, remote-first, and globally distributed, with strong mentorship and regular in-person sprints. Engineers are encouraged to take ownership early, write production-grade code, and engage directly with users and open source communities. You will gain exposure across the full software stack, from low-level Linux components to modern cloud-native technologies. Accountabilities: - Write clean, efficient, and high-quality code in Python, Golang, Rust, C/C++, JavaScript, or Java - Work across the full stack of systems, including Ubuntu environments and broader Linux components - Participate in design discussions, global engineering sprints, and roadmap planning - Collaborate with users, contributors, and internal teams through code reviews and community engagement - Support debugging, issue resolution, and customer-facing problem solving - Develop strong awareness of software security, system design principles, and scalable architecture patterns Requirements: - Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Engineering, or related STEM field - Proficiency in at least one of: Python, Rust, C/C++, Golang, JavaScript, Java - Familiarity with Linux-based environments and systems-level software development - Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving ability, and attention to detail - Excellent written and spoken English - Willingness to travel internationally twice per year Benefits: - Fully remote global-first work environment - Annual learning and development budget - Competitive compensation with performance-based bonuses - International engineering sprints