About the Job: This is an exciting opportunity for software engineers (all levels) passionate about Linux, cloud infrastructure, pipelines, automation, and open source software. You will work closely with Amazon, Microsoft, Google, and other world-class cloud partners to make Ubuntu the best platform in the clouds. Your responsibilities will include:
- Building automated and highly reliable image delivery, testing, and publication pipelines.
- Designing, building, and integrating new features and enhancements into Ubuntu that support users in public clouds.
- Collaborating proactively with a distributed team.
- Writing high-quality code for new features.
- Designing and architecting complex new systems and integrations with cloud technologies.
- Debugging issues and producing high-quality code fixes.
- Reviewing code produced by other engineers and participating in design discussions.
- Engaging with various teams at Canonical, as well as the open-source community and commercial partners.
Who You Are: - You love technology and working with brilliant people. - You are curious, flexible, articulate, and accountable. - You value soft skills and are passionate, enterprising, thoughtful, and self-motivated. - You have a Bachelor's or equivalent in Computer Science, STEM, or a similar degree. - You have practical experience with public clouds. - You have interest and experience with at least three of the following: containers (Docker, Kubernetes, etc.), DevOps automation, open-source projects, APIs, Linux systems administration, Python packaging, or cloud-based applications. - You have experience in Python software development on Linux.
Work Conditions: - Work from home with global travel 2 to 4 weeks for internal and external events. - Opportunity to collaborate with a distributed team.
What We Offer: - Competitive compensation shaped by geographical location, experience, and performance. - Annual performance-driven bonus. - Comprehensive benefits reflecting our values, including a personal learning and development budget of USD 2,000 per year, annual compensation review, recognition rewards, and annual holiday leave. - Maternity and paternity leave. - Employee Assistance Programme. - Opportunity to travel to new locations to meet colleagues. - Priority Pass and travel upgrades for long-haul company events.
Company Overview: Canonical is a pioneering tech firm at the forefront of the global move to open source. As the publisher of Ubuntu, we are changing the world daily. We recruit on a global basis and uphold high standards for our team members, ensuring fairness and inclusivity in our hiring processes.
