Remote Ubuntu on WSL Software Engineer Job in Fresno, CA Canonical

Who you are

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Computer Science or related engineering field
• Exceptional academic track record from both high school and university
• Software development experience in high-level languages like Go Python or C++
• Confidence to respectfully speak up exchange feedback and share ideas without hesitation
• Track record of going above-and-beyond expectations to achieve outstanding results
• Passion for technology evidenced by personal projects and initiatives preferably on WSL
• Strong communication and relationship skills with motivated colleagues
• Professional written and spoken English
• Experience with Linux (Debian or Ubuntu preferred)
• Excellent interpersonal skills curiosity flexibility and accountability
• Ability to travel internationally twice a year for company events up to two weeks long

Desirables

• Knowledge of Windows
• Experience with WSL virtualization and containers
• Knowledge of PowerShell Visual Studio and Azure DevOps
• Familiarity with Ubuntu desktop technologies
• Debian or Ubuntu contributor
• Awareness of agile methodologies

What the job involves

• Implement support for new WSL features in Ubuntu
• Closely follow upstream development in WSL
• Manage Ubuntu WSL applications in the Microsoft Store
• Implement support for Ubuntu features on WSL
• Contribute to upstream projects in support of WSL features
• Define manage and execute test plans
• Work with other teams at Canonical to ensure that Ubuntu is released every 6 months on schedule
• Respond and work to resolve issues raised by end users and customers