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Associate Linux Support Engineer

Posted 2 months ago
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About the role

What you'll do

  • Provide technical support for Ubuntu and open source products in a fully remote role.
  • Own and manage support cases from qualification to resolution, ensuring high customer satisfaction.
  • Collaborate with a global team and contribute to knowledge base articles and technical communications.
  • Participate in a weekend rotation and be available via telephone, email, and web.
  • Continuously learn and adapt to evolving products and services within the Ubuntu ecosystem.

What you should know

  • This is an entry-level role ideal for candidates passionate about Linux and open source.
  • Applicants should be comfortable with customer-facing support and handling pressure.
  • Strong communication skills and the ability to work in a multi-cultural, remote environment are essential.
  • There is a personal learning budget and opportunities for international travel twice a year.
  • Candidates should be ready to contribute to a fast-evolving tech stack and participate in weekend shifts.

About the company

  • Canonical is a founder-led, profitable, and growing company pioneering open source software.
  • The company operates a globally distributed workforce with over 1100 employees in 75+ countries.
  • Ubuntu, their flagship product, is widely used in cloud, AI, IoT, and enterprise sectors.
  • Canonical values excellence, diversity, and remote work, with few office-based roles.
  • They emphasize global collaboration with biannual in-person team meetings in unique locations.

Key required skills

Linux troubleshootingLinux server administrationProgramming fundamentalsNetworkingVirtualization

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