Open Source Networking Software Engineer - ToR Switch / SmartNIC / DPU at Canonical

Canonical is seeking an Open Source Networking Software Engineer to contribute to the development of open-source networking solutions, focusing on integrating hardware ASICs with software for network innovation. The engineer will work on optimizing Ubuntu and related applications for networking silicon, creating a complete open-source stack for data centers and IoT networking.

The role involves collaborating with public clouds and network silicon providers to design and implement software-defined networking experiences. The candidate will also contribute to technical documentation and provide technical leadership within Canonical, to partners, and in the open-source communities.

What the role involves:

• Working with advanced operating systems and network application technologies.
• Participating upstream and delivering the Ubuntu SoNIC stack.
• Collaborating with public clouds and network silicon providers.
• Designing and implementing software-defined networking experiences.
• Writing high-quality, well-documented software.
• Debugging issues and producing fixes.
• Contributing to technical documentation.
• Displaying technical leadership.
• Influencing open-source projects and communities.

Requirements:

• Exceptional academic track record.
• Undergraduate degree in Computer Science or STEM or alternative path.
• Knowledge of networking architecture, design, and protocols.
• Understanding of Linux networking.
• Fluency in C/C++ and at least one of Rust, Python, or Golang.
• Professional written and spoken English.
• Experience with Linux.
• Interpersonal skills, curiosity, flexibility, and accountability.
• Passion, thoughtfulness, and self-motivation.
• Communication and presentation skills.
• Result-oriented with personal drive.
• Ability to travel twice a year.

What Canonical offers:

• Distributed work environment
• Personal learning and development budget
• Annual compensation review
• Recognition rewards
• Annual holiday leave
• Maternity and paternity leave
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Opportunity to travel to new locations