Ubuntu Security Engineer

Overview Canonical is a leading provider of open source software and operating systems to the global enterprise and technology markets. Our platform, Ubuntu, is widely used in breakthrough enterprise initiatives such as public cloud, data science, AI, engineering innovation, and IoT. Canonical is building a team dedicated to providing security coverage across a wide range of ecosystems and environments. We are hiring an Ubuntu Security Engineer to join an industry-leading security engineering team and help protect the open source community and Ubuntu users from emerging threats. We are looking for candidates across all levels of experience, from Graduate to Senior.
This role is engineering-focused and may involve activities such as producing security assessments, building features, conducting code reviews, developing internal tools, engaging with the open source community, and participating in industry initiatives and events. The position may require international travel at least twice a year and the ability to be productive in a globally distributed team. Location: Worldwide, this is a globally remote role.
Responsibilities Analyzing, fixing, and testing vulnerabilities in open source packages
Keeping track of vulnerabilities in the Ubuntu ecosystem as they are discovered, researched, and fixed, leveraging internal tools
Collaborating with other teams in the Ubuntu community and upstream developers to exchange or develop vulnerability patches and ensure Ubuntu includes robust security features
Auditing source code for vulnerabilities
Building features and tools to help teams strengthen the security of their products and contribute to the overall security of Ubuntu
What we are looking for in you Thorough understanding of the common categories of security vulnerabilities and techniques for fixing them
Familiarity with coordinated disclosure practices
Familiarity with open source development tools and methodologies
Skill in one or more of C, Python, Go, Rust, Java, Ruby, PHP or JavaScript/TypeScript
Excellent logic, problem-solving, troubleshooting, and decision-making skills
Clear and effective communication with the team and Ubuntu community members
Experience with Linux (Debian or Ubuntu preferred)
Excellent interpersonal skills, curiosity, flexibility, and accountability
Appreciation of diversity and ability to work in a multi-cultural, multi-national organization
Thoughtfulness and self-motivation
Result-oriented with a personal drive to meet commitments
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
Recognition rewards
Annual holiday leave
Maternity and paternity leave
Team Member Assistance Program & Wellness Platform
Opportunity to travel to new locations to meet colleagues
Travel upgrades for long-haul company events
About Canonical Canonical is a pioneering tech firm at the forefront of open source. As the company that publishes Ubuntu, Canonical is shaping the global move to open source. 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 is a step into the future and will challenge 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 background create a better work environment and better products. Whatever your identity, we will give your application fair consideration.
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