Ubuntu Security Engineer

OverviewCanonical 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. Our customers include the world\’s leading public cloud and silicon providers, and industry leaders in many sectors. The company is a pioneer of global distributed collaboration, with 1200+ colleagues in 75+ countries and very few office-based roles. Teams meet two to four times yearly in person, in interesting locations around the world, to align on strategy and execution. Canonical is building a team dedicated to providing security coverage across a wide range of ecosystems and environments, and is hiring an Ubuntu Security Engineer to join an industry-leading security engineering team to 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. Location: Worldwide, this is a globally remote role. The role requires international travel at least twice a year, usually for one week. ResponsibilitiesAnalyzing, fixing, and testing vulnerabilities in open source packagesKeeping track of vulnerabilities in the Ubuntu ecosystem as they are discovered, researched, and fixed, leveraging internal toolsCollaborating with other teams in the Ubuntu community and upstream developers to exchange or develop vulnerability patches and ensure Ubuntu includes robust security featuresAuditing source code for vulnerabilitiesBuilding features and tools to help teams strengthen the security of their products and contribute to the overall security of UbuntuProducing security assessments, building features, conducting code reviews, developing internal tools, engaging with the open source community, and participating in industry initiatives and events What we are looking for in youThorough understanding of common categories of security vulnerabilities and techniques for fixing themFamiliarity with coordinated disclosure practicesFamiliarity with open source development tools and methodologiesSkills in one or more of C, Python, Go, Rust, Java, Ruby, PHP or JavaScript/TypeScriptExcellent logic, problem-solving, troubleshooting, and decision-making skillsClear and effective communication with the team and Ubuntu community membersExperience with Linux (Debian or Ubuntu preferred)Excellent interpersonal skills, curiosity, flexibility, and accountabilityAppreciative of diversity, polite, and effective in a multi-cultural, multi-national organizationThoughtfulness and self-motivationResult-oriented with a personal drive to meet commitments What we offer colleaguesDistributed work environment with twice-yearly team sprints in personPersonal learning and development budget of USD 2,000 per yearAnnual compensation reviewRecognition rewardsAnnual holiday leaveMaternity and paternity leaveTeam Member Assistance Program & Wellness PlatformOpportunity to travel to new locations to meet colleaguesTravel upgrades for long-haul company events About CanonicalCanonical is a pioneering tech firm at the forefront of the global move to open source. As the company that publishes Ubuntu, we are changing the world of software. We recruit on a global basis and set a very high standard for people joining the company. Most colleagues have worked from home since 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. Equal opportunity Canonical is an equal opportunity employer. We foster a workplace free from discrimination. Diversity of experience, perspectives, and background creates a better work environment and better products. Whatever your identity, we will give your application fair consideration. Seniority levelEntry level Employment typeFull-time Job functionInformation Technology IndustriesSoftware Development Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Canonical. Get notified about new Security Engineer jobs in Düsseldorf, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany. #J-18808-Ljbffr