Linux Systems and User Experience Specialist

4 days ago


Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa Matriq Pty Full time

About Matriq Pty:

We are at the forefront of innovation, delivering cutting-edge solutions that transform industries. As the creators of Ubuntu, the world's most popular enterprise Linux, we work with a community of over 200,000 contributors to build and support Ubuntu across cloud, edge, and everything in between.

We pride ourselves on our commitment to 'humanity to others' – a value that drives our approach to business and technology.

About the Role:

We seek a talented Graduate Software Engineer to join our Open Source and Linux team. This is an excellent opportunity for a graduate with a passion for open-source software, Linux systems, and user experience design. You will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of Ubuntu, working on projects that have a profound impact on millions of users worldwide.

As part of our engineering team, you'll be involved in writing high-quality code, collaborating with developers, and contributing to the open-source community. You'll also be responsible for learning and mastering key programming languages and deepening your Linux system knowledge while contributing to global product roadmaps.

Key Responsibilities:
  • You will contribute to the development of our product roadmap during regular sprints.
  • Your focus will be on designing user experiences that are intuitive and engaging.
  • You will write efficient, reliable, and high-quality code that meets the needs of millions of users.
  • You will strive for excellence in key programming languages and Linux system knowledge.
  • You will engage with users and the open-source community through code reviews and issue tracking.
  • You will provide timely and effective responses to customer issues and understand their requirements.
  • You will stay up-to-date with the latest security best practices in software design and implementation.
What We Are Looking For:
  • Outstanding academic achievements from high school and university.
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Business Informatics, Mathematics, or another STEM field with programming coursework.
  • Confidence to write high-quality code in one of the following languages: Python, Rust, C/C++, Golang, JavaScript, or Java.
  • Experience with Ubuntu or another Linux distribution.
  • A proven track record of exceeding expectations to deliver exceptional results.
  • Strong organizational skills, with a drive to meet deadlines.
  • Prior involvement in personal projects in technology and software engineering beyond the curriculum.
  • Professional proficiency in written and spoken English.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills, with a strong sense of curiosity, flexibility, and accountability.
  • Personal responsibility and the ability to reflect and grow.
  • Ability to travel internationally twice a year for company events (up to two weeks long).


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