Open Source Software Developer (Speculative; Remote/Anywhere)
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Overview
Open Source Software Developer (Speculative; Remote/Anywhere) at Collabora. We are always looking for passionate and talented software developers to join our geographically-distributed engineering team. If you do not think your profile fits any of the other targeted openings on our web site, you can apply here and we will review your application.
Responsibilities
- Discuss technology with clients and represent Collabora at conferences and trade shows to demonstrate and promote leadership in the open source arena
- Analyze client problems and design solutions leveraging open source technologies and Collabora's technical expertise
- Define and scope client projects in collaboration with the delivery team
- Contribute publicly to open source projects to ensure Collabora's continuing technical leadership
- Gain working knowledge of customers’ products, applications, technical and business strengths and target markets
- Understand client needs and reconcile time constraints, available technologies and resources, and open source best practices
Desired Skills
- Track record of experience in software development
- Knowledge of open source development methodologies and good standing in the open source community
- Good English language skills (verbal and written)
- Experience in a Technical Leadership role
- Ability to work and communicate in an online distributed environment
- Familiarity with one or more of Collabora's market verticals (preferable)
- BS/BA or equivalent experience as an Engineer
- Demonstrable contributions to components in open source projects
- Experience with development on Mesa, Vulkan, Rust, Yocto, Debian, GStreamer, FFMPEG, X11, Wayland/Weston, OBS, Lava, Linux kernel/device drivers, distribution integration, or porting (preferable)
- Self-learning skills to acquire knowledge of Collabora's services, business model, project delivery lifecycle, and related technical domains
Collabora is a global consultancy focused on helping businesses harness the full potential of Open Source software. From the Linux kernel to graphics, multimedia, machine learning, and XR, our expertise spans all key areas of Open Source development. For over 20 years, Collabora has helped clients navigate the ever-evolving Open Source landscape, whether contributing code or shaping long-term strategic development plans. By leveraging community-driven projects and reusing proven components, we accelerate development, reduce time to market, and enable product differentiation.
Employment details
- Seniority level: Not Applicable
- Employment type: Full-time
- Job function: Engineering and Information Technology
- Industry: Software Development
- Location:
- United Kingdom
- Salary:
- £80,000 - £100,000
- Job Type:
- FullTime
- Category:
- IT & Technology