C++/Rust Graphics and Windowing System Software Engineer - Mir

Canonical is hiring for a C++/Rust Graphics and Windowing System Software Engineer role focused on Mir. We build Mir – a high-performance, high-efficiency technology stack for window managers and display subsystems, and solutions built on top of it, like Ubuntu Frame. We design features across the Mir stack, and engage with the open source community and commercial partners to push graphics enablement across the Ubuntu ecosystem.

Location: This role will be based remotely in the EMEA or APAC region.

Responsibilities

• Design and implementation of features across the Mir stack
• Assisting in debugging, tracking down and fixing issues
• Participating in our engineering process through code and architectural review
• Creating and improving tests and performance benchmarks to catch issues early
• Creating and maintaining documentation to enhance the developer experience
• Engaging with the open source community and commercial partners
• Collaborating proactively with a distributed team

What we are looking for in you

• Excellent Bachelor’s or equivalent degree in Computer Science, STEM or similar and 2+ years of working experience
• Excellent modern C++ and excellent Rust programming skills
• Familiarity with Linux as a development and deployment platform
• Ability to collaborate remotely with a diverse set of team members and remain highly motivated, productive, and organized
• Ability to travel internationally twice a year for company events up to two weeks long

Nice-to-have skills

• You have experience with the Wayland protocol ecosystem and compositors
• You are familiar with OpenGL, Vulkan, Flutter and other graphics toolkits and animation frameworks
• You have a solid understanding of asynchronous programming and concurrency patterns
• You have proven ability to consistently deliver robust code to production
• You have strong written and verbal communication skills to document and present software developed

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
• Priority Pass and travel upgrades for long-haul company events

About Canonical

Canonical is a pioneering tech firm at the forefront of the global move to open source. As the company that publishes Ubuntu, we are shaping the software landscape across AI, IoT, cloud, and open source ecosystems. We recruit on a global basis and maintain high standards for joining the company. Most colleagues have worked from home since 2004. Working here challenges you to think differently, work smarter, and continuously learn.

Canonical is an equal opportunity employer

We are committed to fostering 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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Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Engineering and Information Technology

Industries

• Software Development

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