Software Engineer - Immutable Ubuntu Desktop

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Requirements:

• Outstanding academic results.
• An undergraduate degree in a technical subject or a compelling narrative about an alternative chosen path.
• Understanding of software development methodologies and life cycles.
• Passion for technology and a drive to work with motivated colleagues.
• Willingness to learn and adapt, with interest in immutable desktop environments.
• Skills in Linux containerization technologies like kernel namespaces, cgroups, apparmour, seccomp.
• Skills in Linux desktop environments like XDG portals, free desktop specifications, systemd, GRUB.
• Skills in programming languages C/C++, Go, Python, and Shell scripting.
• Good communication skills for internal and external interactions.
• Ability to travel twice a year for company events.

Responsibilities:

• Design and develop elements of the Core Desktop.
• Work with the latest Linux container technologies such as kernel namespaces, cgroups, apparmour, seccomp.
• Write high quality, defensive and performant code for millions of users.
• Collaborate with team members to understand immutable desktops.
• Participate in code reviews to understand quality standards and architecture.
• Engage with the Ubuntu community for feedback.
• Contribute to documentation for learning.
• Take part in regular team meetings.
• Troubleshoot and resolve user-reported issues.