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Junior Linux Kernel Engineer - Ubuntu

Home based - Worldwide
Full-Time
Posted October 3, 2026
Salary
6-12 LPA
Batches
0-2 years experience
Apply Route
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About The Role

Canonical, the company behind Ubuntu, is a leading open‑source product‑based organization with a global footprint. As a Junior Linux Kernel Engineer, you will join the Canonical Kernel Team to design, develop, and harden the Ubuntu kernel across servers, cloud, and embedded devices. You’ll work remotely with a distributed team, contribute to high‑impact projects, and travel twice a year for on‑site engineering events, gaining deep kernel expertise.

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain Ubuntu Linux kernel code for diverse platforms.
Implement performance optimizations for silicon and cloud partners.
Contribute to security hardening, exploit mitigation, and driver integration.
Write unit tests, perform code reviews, and validate patches across architectures.
Collaborate with global distributed team and attend bi‑annual on‑site events.

Requirements

  • Strong proficiency in C programming and understanding of Linux kernel internals.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electronics, or related engineering, 2022-2025 passouts.
  • Experience with version control systems (Git) and Linux development environment.
  • Ability to debug kernel issues using tools like GDB, KGDB, or perf.
  • Good communication skills for remote collaboration.

Eligibility Checklist

B.Tech/M.Tech/MCA

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