About the Job:
Canonical is a leading provider of open-source software and operating systems, with a platform that is prominently used in enterprise initiatives including public cloud, data science, AI, engineering innovation, and IoT. The company has a unique approach to global collaboration, with over 1200 colleagues in more than 80 countries. Most of the roles are remote, with team meetings occurring two to four times a year in various locations.
We are hiring Golang engineers at all levels for various teams within Canonical. Ideal candidates are exceptional software engineers with a strong preference for working in Go. Following the initial round of interviews, we will identify the best fit product team based on personal interests.
Golang is crucial for our engineering teams who manage the systems delivering Ubuntu. Our development ecosystem is rooted in Golang, enhancing our software distribution systems, systems management tools, and operations R&D.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design and implement well-tested and documented software in Go.
- Debug and rectify issues encountered by users.
- Participate in engineering processes including code and architectural reviews.
- Collaborate with community and colleagues on technical specifications.
- Contribute to successful product outcomes through technical advocacy.
Requirements:
- Exceptional academic background in Computer Science or a related STEM field, or a compelling alternative narrative.
- Drives to exceed expectations with organizational skills and self-starting ability.
- Experience designing and writing high-quality Golang software on Linux.
- Strong passion for Linux at the system level.
- Excellent written and spoken English.
- For senior roles: Experience with distributed systems and APIs, and operating them professionally.
- Ability to travel twice a year for company events.
Preferred Skills:
- Experience developing for Ubuntu Linux.
- Familiarity with Juju, LXD, Microk8s, Snapd, Ubuntu Core, and Ubuntu Pro.
- Background in performance engineering and security.
What We Offer:
- Competitive compensation package with performance-driven bonuses.
- Distributed work environment with twice-yearly in-person team sprints.
- Personal learning and development budget of USD 2,000 annually.
- Annual compensation reviews and recognition rewards.
- Holiday leave and parental leave policies.
- Employee Assistance Program and travel opportunities.
Canonical is committed to building a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, welcoming applications from all backgrounds.
