Software Engineer - Immutable Ubuntu Desktop

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Requirements:

• An undergraduate degree in a technical subject or a compelling narrative about your alternative chosen path.
• An understanding of software development methodologies and life cycles.
• Skills in Linux containerisation technologies - kernel namespaces, cgroups, apparmour, or seccomp
• Skills in Linux desktop environments - XDG portals, free desktop specifications, systemd, GRUB etc.
• Skills in C/C++, Go, Python and Shell scripting.
• Good communication skills for both internal and external interactions.

Responsibilities:

• Design and develop elements of the Core Desktop.
• Work with the latest Linux container technologies - kernel namespaces, cgroups, apparmour, seccomp and more
• Write high quality, defensive and performant code for millions of demanding daily users
• Collaborate with team members to understand the intricacies of immutable desktops.
• Participate in code reviews to gain a deep understanding of quality standards and architecture.
• Engage with the Ubuntu community to gather user feedback and insights.
• Contribute to documentation to aid in your learning and that of future team members.
• Take part in regular team meetings to discuss progress, challenges, and upcoming development sprints.
• Troubleshoot and resolve user-reported issues, gaining experience in debugging and problem-solving.