Canonical is building a comprehensive automation suite to provide multi-cloud and on-premise data solutions for the enterprise. The data platform team, which is collaborative and diverse, develops a complete range of data stores and technologies, including big data, NoSQL, cache-layer capabilities, and analytics, along with structured SQL engines. The OpenSearch team focuses on creating optimal enterprise automation solutions for search and analytics suites like OpenSearch and Elasticsearch.
In this role, you will be responsible for the automation of OpenSearch operations, ensuring fault-tolerant replication, TLS, installation, and more. You will also provide domain-specific expertise on the actual data system to other teams within Canonical. Your work will emphasize the creation and automation of features for data platforms rather than analyzing data.
Responsibilities:
- Collaborate proactively with an internationally distributed team.
- Write high-quality, idiomatic Python code to create new features.
- Debug issues and interact with upstream communities publicly.
- Work with talented engineers and experts in various fields.
- Work from home with global travel for 2 to 4 weeks per year for internal and external events.
What We're Looking For:
- Proven hands-on experience in software development using Python.
- Proven hands-on experience in distributed systems development.
- A Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Computer Science, STEM, or a similar field.
- Willingness to travel up to 4 times a year for internal events.
Additional Skills That You Might Also Bring:
- Experience operating and managing search and analytics engines like Elasticsearch, Logstash, Kibana, and OpenSearch.
- Experience with Linux systems administration, package management, and operations.
- Familiarity with public or private cloud solutions, such as OpenStack.
- Experience with operating Kubernetes clusters and a belief that it can be utilized for persistent data services.
What We Offer You:
- Competitive base pay according to geographical location, experience, skills, and knowledge.
- Additional benefits may include annual bonuses, personal learning and development budget of 2,000 USD per annum, annual compensation review, recognition rewards, and parental leave.
- A fully remote working environment.
- Opportunity to travel to new locations to meet colleagues at 'sprints' and travel upgrades for company events.
- Canonical is an equal-opportunity employer, fostering a workplace free from discrimination.
Application Language Requirement: English proficiency required.
