About the Job:
Canonical is a leading provider of open-source software and operating systems, notably its platform, Ubuntu, which is extensively used in enterprise initiatives including public cloud, data science, AI, engineering innovation, and IoT. We serve some of the world's leading public cloud and silicon providers, alongside various industry leaders.
We are seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join our Web Engineering team. This position will focus on driving best practices, facilitating technical conversations, and identifying risks associated with projects. You'll have the opportunity to gain in-depth technical knowledge, work on complex products, and advance your skills in a supportive environment that values transparency, intellectual honesty, and teamwork.
Key Responsibilities:
- Own the development of large projects while encouraging efficient engineering processes.
- Write specifications and understand risks.
- Reduce complexity in projects and take on a technical lead role to drive initiatives to completion.
- Monitor industry trends and new technologies.
- Mentor and foster the development of team members.
What We Are Looking For:
- An exceptional academic background in Computer Science or STEM, or a comparable narrative about your alternative path.
- Desire for continuous improvement and excellence in technical quality standards, approach to business objectives, and soft skills.
- Competency in researching and integrating new technologies effectively.
- Professional written and spoken English.
Necessary Skills:
- Experience with Linux (Debian or Ubuntu preferred).
- Strong interpersonal skills, curiosity, flexibility, and accountability.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills.
- A result-oriented mindset with the personal drive to meet commitments.
- Ability to travel for company events twice a year, for up to two weeks each.
Nice-to-Have Skills:
- Experience with container technologies such as LXD, Docker, and Kubernetes.
- Background in REST API design, development, and governance.
- Experience in performance engineering and security.
Work Conditions:
- Fully remote role within the EMEA region.
- Opportunity for biannual in-person team sprints.
Compensation and Benefits:
- Competitive compensation shaped by geographical location, experience, and performance.
- Performance-driven annual bonus or commission.
- Personal learning and development budget of USD 2,000 per year.
- Annual holiday leave, maternity and paternity leave, and other employee assistance programs.
- Opportunities to travel to new locations to meet colleagues.
Canonical is an equal-opportunity employer committed to fostering a workplace free from discrimination and embracing diversity in experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds.
