Canonical is building a comprehensive automation suite to provide multi-cloud and on-premise data solutions for the enterprise. The data platform team develops a full range of data stores and technologies, including big data, NoSQL, cache-layer capabilities, and analytics, as well as structured SQL engines. The OpenSearch team is focused on creating the best enterprise automation solution for search and analytics suites like OpenSearch and Elasticsearch.
This role is responsible for the automation of OpenSearch operations, ensuring fault-tolerant replication, TLS, installation, and more. It also provides domain-specific expertise on the actual data system to other teams within Canonical. The position involves collaborating proactively with an internationally distributed team, writing high-quality Python code, debugging issues, and working with talented engineers from diverse fields.
Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with the OpenSearch team on the automation of features for data platforms.
- Write high-quality, idiomatic Python code to create new features.
- Debug issues and interact publicly with upstream communities.
- Work from home with global travel for 2 to 4 weeks per year for internal and external events.
Qualifications:
- Proven hands-on experience in software development using Python.
- Experience in distributed systems development.
- Bachelor’s or equivalent in Computer Science, STEM, or a similar degree.
- Willingness to travel up to 4 times a year for internal events.
Preferred Skills:
- Experience operating and managing search and analytics engines like Elasticsearch, Logstash, Kibana, and OpenSearch.
- Familiarity with Linux systems, package management, and operations.
- Experience with public or private cloud solutions such as OpenStack.
- Knowledge of Kubernetes clusters and belief in its use for persistent data services.
Compensation and Benefits:
- Compensation will depend on geographical location, experience, knowledge, and skills.
- 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 Program available.
- Opportunities for travel to meet colleagues at 'sprints' and a Priority Pass for travel upgrades during long-haul company events.
Canonical is committed to fostering a diverse workplace where everyone is given fair consideration regardless of their identity.
