About the Job:
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, along with structured SQL engines. The OpenSearch team focuses on creating enterprise automation solutions for search and analytics suites like OpenSearch and Elasticsearch.
Location: Jiddah, Makkah, Saudi Arabia (Remote)
Work Conditions:
- Remote, full-time
- Willingness to travel up to 4 times a year for internal events (global travel for 2 to 4 weeks per year for internal and external events)
Your Day-to-Day Includes:
- Ensuring fault-tolerant replication, TLS, installation, and providing domain-specific expertise on data systems.
- Collaborating proactively with an internationally distributed team.
- Writing high-quality, idiomatic Python code to create new features.
- Debugging issues and interacting with upstream communities publicly.
What We Are 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 occasionally.
Additional Skills That May Be Beneficial:
- Experience with search and analytics engines like Elasticsearch, Logstash, Kibana, and OpenSearch.
- Proficiency in Linux systems administration, package management, and operations.
- Familiarity with public cloud or private cloud solutions (e.g., OpenStack).
- Experience with operating Kubernetes clusters.
What We Offer:
- Competitive base pay depending on geographical location and experience.
- 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 and opportunities for travel to meet colleagues.
About Canonical:
Canonical is a pioneering tech firm at the forefront of the global move to open source, known for publishing Ubuntu, a key open source project. The company has been remote-first since 2004 and is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace free from discrimination.
