Overview
System Software Engineer - Java Runtimes, Tooling and Ecosystem. We are expanding our team focusing on the Java ecosystem to deliver the best possible Java runtimes and tooling in Ubuntu, enabling Ubuntu users access to the wider Java ecosystem. The role supports mission-critical Java applications on large-scale Ubuntu estates, and helps bring cutting-edge Java innovation to the Ubuntu user base.
Location: This role will be based remotely in the APAC region.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate proactively with a distributed team
- Select, integrate and package best-of-breed tooling with Ubuntu to improve developer and operator experience with Java Runtimes, frameworks and applications
- Write high-quality code to create new features
- Debug issues and produce high-quality code to fix them
- Review code produced by other engineers
- Discuss ideas and collaborate on finding good solutions
- Work from home with global travel 2 to 4 weeks a year for internal and external events
What we are looking for
- Experience with Java Runtimes and its ecosystem, ideally in cloud-native software and Linux
- Experience packaging software for Debian and Ubuntu
- Long-time Linux user
- Strong academic track record from high school and university
- Undergraduate degree in a technical subject or a compelling alternative path
- Love technology and working with brilliant people
- Passionate, curious, flexible, articulate, and accountable
- Value soft skills and are enterprising, thoughtful, and self-motivated
- Ability to travel internationally twice a year for company events up to two weeks long
What we offer
- Distributed work environment with twice-yearly team sprints in person
- Personal learning and development budget of USD 2,000 per year
- Annual compensation review and performance-driven bonus or commission
- Additional benefits reflecting company values; local adaptation to ensure fairness globally
- Maternity and paternity leave; team member assistance program & wellness platform
- Chance to travel to new locations to meet colleagues
- Priority Pass and travel upgrades for long-haul company events
About Canonical
Canonical is a pioneering tech firm at the forefront of the global move to open source. As the company that publishes Ubuntu, we support the global move to AI, IoT, and the cloud. We recruit on a global basis and set a high standard for people joining the company. Most colleagues have worked from home since our inception in 2004. Working here challenges you to think differently, work smarter, learn new skills, and raise your game.
Canonical is an equal opportunity employer. We are proud to foster a workplace free from discrimination. Diversity of experience, perspectives, and backgrounds create a better work environment and better products. Whatever your identity, we will give your application fair consideration.
Seniority level
- Mid-Senior level
Employment type
- Full-time
Job function
- Engineering and Information Technology
Industries
- Software Development
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📌 System Software Engineer - Java Runtimes, Tooling and Ecosystem
🏢 Canonical
📍 Adelaide