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Linux Platform Integration – Ubuntu Systems Senior Engineer at Canonical – Lagos

Published 12 November 2026

Canonical is recruiting a remote Linux Platform Integration – Ubuntu Systems Senior Engineer in Lagos. The engineer will integrate Ubuntu with new hardware platforms and partner software, supporting optimised deployments from cloud to edge.

Responsibilities

Design and implement Ubuntu integration for new IoT, desktop and server hardware platforms.
Work with technology partners to deliver reliable, optimised Ubuntu experiences on their devices.
Contribute to system architecture, testing strategies and platform quality metrics.
Lead technical aspects of partner engagements involving cloud-to-edge system designs.
Assist partners with application integration, SDKs, OS-image builds and software optimisation for Ubuntu Core, Desktop and Server.
Collaborate with distributed open-source and engineering teams on platform integration.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, STEM or a similar discipline.
Practical experience with Linux packaging technologies such as Debian, RPM or Yocto.
Experience with open-source communities, licensing and collaborative development.
Programming experience in Python, C and C++.
Ability to work effectively and independently in a globally distributed team.

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About the employer

Canonical develops Ubuntu and open-source software for cloud infrastructure, enterprise computing, connected devices and developer systems. It works with a distributed international team and an open-source contributor community.

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