Software Engineer - Cross-platform C++ - Multipass

Home Based - EMEARemoteFull-time2026-06-12 → 2026-11-10

Remote · from EMEA

Core

Build an open-source workstation mini-cloud (Multipass) that provides on-demand Ubuntu and appliance VMs for local development, testing, and prototyping on Windows, macOS, and Linux.

Role type

Senior Software Engineer (Cross-platform C++)

Builds

Multipass (local cloud VM management tool)

Domain

Open source / Cloud infrastructure / Virtualization

Required skills

Modern C++ (C++14+), Cross-platform development (Windows/macOS), Hypervisor technologies (Hyper-V, VirtualBox, KVM, QEMU), Software testing and TDD, Open source contribution, Architecture design, Code review

Preferred skills

CI systems knowledge

Responsibilities

Design and architect new features, Write high-quality code for new features and bug fixes, Review code and architecture, Debug and fix user-reported issues, Mentor and lead engineering efforts, Foster open source community engagement

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities

About Canonical

Canonical is a pioneering tech firm at the forefront of the global move to open source. As the company that publishes Ubuntu, one of the most important open source projects and the platform for AI, IoT and the cloud, we are changing the world of software. We recruit on a global basis and set a very high standard for people joining the company. We expect excellence - in order to succeed, we need to be the best at what we do. Most colleagues at Canonical have worked from home since its inception in 2004. Working here is a step into the future, and will challenge you to think differently, work s