Canonical is seeking a Golang software engineer to help build a next-generation private cloud infrastructure. This role involves working with KVM, Ceph, and SDN technologies to create an efficient data center scale cloud for enterprise deployments. As a software engineer, you will work on the low-level Go codebase that interfaces with our REST API and manage C libraries for containers and virtual machines. LXD components cover the entire software stack, and we're looking for developers who can navigate through the complexities of system-level design and data management/modeling. This position offers the opportunity to have a significant impact on cloud computing technologies in a fun and fast-paced team environment.
Location: Remote (available in EMEA and the Americas)
Work Conditions: Full-time, remote work with global travel 2 to 4 weeks per year for internal and external events
What You Will Focus On:
- Designing, implementing, and documenting system-level Go code
- Modeling data, designing database schema, and implementing data storage in a dqlite (SQL) database
- Maintaining code quality through static analysis, unit tests, and system tests
- Collaborating proactively with a distributed team
- Discussing ideas and contributing to effective solutions
What We Are Looking For:
- Experience programming in Go and C
- Knowledge of networking and storage technologies
- Experience with cloud computing, virtualization, containers, distributed systems, or the open source community
- Curiosity, flexibility, articulation, and accountability
- Valued soft skills and ability to work thoughtfully and self-motivated
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Computer Science, STEM or similar field
Language Requirements:
While specific language requirements are not mentioned, proficiency in English is typically expected in a global remote work environment.
What We Offer You:
- Competitive compensation that is revisited annually
- Performance-driven annual bonus
- Diverse benefits reflecting our values and ideals
- Personal learning and development budget of USD 2,000 per year
- Recognition rewards
- Annual holiday leave
- Maternity and paternity leave
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Opportunities for global travel to meet colleagues
- Travel upgrades for long-haul company events
About Canonical:
Canonical is a leading tech firm committed to the global shift to open source, known for publishing Ubuntu, one of the most significant open source projects. We value diversity and inclusivity in our workplace, recognizing that varied experiences and perspectives enhance our work environment and products.
