Canonical is a leading provider of open-source software and operating systems, known for its platform, Ubuntu, used extensively in public cloud, data science, AI, engineering innovation, and IoT. The company has over 1200 colleagues in 75+ countries and emphasizes global collaboration with minimal office-based roles.
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As a Senior Site Reliability Engineer, you will work on next-gen operations at scale using pure Python infrastructure-as-code, managing hundreds of private cloud, Kubernetes, and application clusters across physical and public cloud environments. Your focus will be on automating and optimizing enterprise infrastructure DevOps.
Key Responsibilities:
- Contribute Python software-engineering skills to the operations domain.
- Integrate devsecops practices from bare metal to application level.
- Architect and manage OpenStack, Kubernetes, and software-defined storage.
- Maintain a high-pressure operations environment focusing on mission-critical services for renowned global customers.
Requirements:
- Degree in Software Engineering or Computer Science.
- Experience with Linux, along with networking and storage knowledge.
- Proficiency in Python software development.
- Operational experience in cloud environments.
- Excellent interpersonal skills, curiosity, flexibility, and accountability.
- Willingness to travel internationally twice a year for company events lasting up to two weeks.
Nice-to-Have Skills:
- Experience with OpenStack or Kubernetes deployment or operations.
- Familiarity with public or private cloud management.
What We Offer:
- Competitive compensation based on geographical location, experience, and performance, with an annual compensation review.
- Performance-driven annual bonus or commission.
- Personal learning and development budget of USD 2,000 per year.
- Recognition rewards and annual leave.
- Maternity and paternity leave.
- Employee Assistance Programme.
- Opportunities for travel to meet colleagues.
Canonical is at the forefront of the open-source movement, fostering a workplace that celebrates diversity and innovation. With a history of remote work dating back to 2004, Canonical encourages new thinking, smart working, and continuous skill development, aiming for excellence in all endeavors. Canonical is an equal opportunity employer, committed to a discrimination-free workplace and valuing diverse experiences and perspectives.
