You will build a native Linux desktop client for a secure cloud storage and collaborative editing platform, working greenfield from the ground up.

Your tasks

Own the design and implementation of a Linux desktop client, built greenfield from the ground up
Integrate deeply with Linux-specific system components, including the filesystem layer for a file synchronization engine
Contribute to a platform-agnostic SDK and CLI tooling to expose Linux features for scripting and cross-client use
Build and maintain cross-client automated and end-to-end tests in collaboration with Windows and Mac engineers
Define and implement application telemetry to support performance analysis, debugging, and customer support
Own the build pipelines, packaging, and distribution across major Linux distros

What you bring

5+ years of experience in software development of Linux-based desktop client software, GUI and CLI apps
Applied best practices in code quality paradigms
Experience with DevOps principles and practices (CI/CD, etc)
Experience with source control flow through Git (code reviews, branching and merging, etc)
Open-source Linux development, distribution, packaging and maintenance for multiple distros
Overall, handling the entire SDLC, end to end

Conditions

Workload: 100 %
Work model: On site
Option of a permanent position after the assignment if both sides want it

What to expect

3–6 months interim, then a permanent position
Office-first with some flexibility to work from home

Technologies

Linux
GTK+
Qt
Rust
Git
CI/CD
Debian
Fedora

How to apply

You apply with your Try&Hire profile: upload your CV, check the details, enter key facts and availability. A short introduction video is optional but helps. Our team will get in touch if your profile fits the assignment.

Software Engineer (Linux)