Canonical seeks a Junior Software Developer with a proven track record in Python and/or Go. As part of the Observability team, you will develop a cloud-native monitoring stack composed of best-in-class open-source monitoring tools. This stack is designed to be resilient, scalable, and user-friendly, providing deep insights right out of the box. You will monitor applications across various cloud technologies, including Kubernetes and OpenStack, as well as bare-metal, virtual machines, and containers.
This is a great opportunity for a software engineer passionate about open source software, Linux, Kubernetes, and observability. The role offers the chance to work with a globally distributed team, contributing to a significant project while building a rewarding career at Canonical, the company behind Ubuntu.
Location: Remote (Jiddah, Makkah, Saudi Arabia)
Work Conditions:
- Fully remote working environment.
- Global travel required 2 to 4 weeks a year for internal and external events.
- Collaborate proactively with a distributed team.
- Write, test, and document high-quality code.
- Review code from colleagues and attend conferences representing Canonical.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Computer Science, STEM, or a similar field.
- Proficient in Python, with experience in open source preferred.
- Working knowledge of Go.
- Interest and experience in Ubuntu Linux, container images, Debian packaging, snap, and distributed systems.
What We Offer:
- Competitive base pay depending on geographical location and experience.
- Personal learning and development budget of $2,000 per annum.
- Annual compensation review and recognition rewards.
- Annual holiday leave, parental leave, and an employee assistance program.
- Opportunities to travel for company events and meet colleagues.
Language Requirements:
Fluency in English (additional languages may be a plus).
Canonical is committed to diversity and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All identities are given fair consideration in the application process.
