Software Engineer - Data Infrastructure - Kafka

Canonical is building a comprehensive automation suite to provide multi-cloud and on-premise data solutions for the enterprise. The data platform team is a collaborative unit that develops managed solutions for a range of data stores and technologies, from big data through NoSQL and analytics to structured SQL engines. We tackle challenges related to fault-tolerant mission-critical distributed systems with the aim of delivering the best automation solutions for managed data platforms.

What Your Day Will Look Like:
As part of the data platform team, you will automate data platform operations, managing and integrating Big Data platforms at scale. Responsibilities include ensuring fault-tolerant replication, TLS, installation, backups, and offering domain-specific expertise on data systems to other teams. You will also collaborate with a distributed team and write high-quality, idiomatic Python code to create new features.

What We Are Looking For:

• Proven hands-on experience in software development using Python.
• Experience in distributed systems such as Kafka and Spark.
• A Bachelor’s or equivalent in Computer Science, STEM, or a related field.
• Willingness to travel up to 4 times a year for internal events.

Additional Skills That You Might Also Bring:

• Experience operating and managing data platform technologies (e.g., SQL like MySQL, PostgreSQL, Oracle or NoSQL like MongoDB, Redis, ElasticSearch).
• Experience with Linux systems administration and infrastructure operations.
• Familiarity with public cloud solutions or private cloud solutions like OpenStack.
• Experience with Kubernetes clusters.

Compensation and Benefits:
Your base pay will depend on factors such as geographical location, experience, knowledge, and skills. Benefits include:

• Fully remote working environment.
• Personal learning and development budget of 2,000 USD per annum.
• Annual compensation review and recognition rewards.
• Annual holiday leave and parental leave.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Opportunities to travel for internal and external events.