Canonical is a leading provider of open source software and operating systems, notably known for its Ubuntu platform, which is widely utilized in enterprise initiatives such as public cloud, data science, AI, engineering innovation, and IoT. Canonical supports a global workforce of over 1,200 employees in more than 75 countries, primarily through distributed collaboration with minimal office-based roles. Teams convene two to four times a year in various locations worldwide to align on strategy and execution.
The Solutions Engineering team collaborates closely with our managed infrastructure operations team, which manages numerous private OpenStack clouds and Kubernetes clusters globally. This collaboration enables us to enhance our infrastructure-as-code products drawn from real-world experiences of our users.
The role involves:
- Working in Python and Golang to design and deliver open source software operations code
- Engaging with the complete Linux stack (kernel, networking, storage, and applications)
- Designing high-quality open source monitoring and alerting infrastructure
- Innovating open source operations for customers and the community
- Adhering to sound engineering design and testing principles
- Following agile software development practices
- Coaching and developing team members
- Contributing to a healthy, collaborative engineering culture
- Potentially traveling up to 10% of the time for internal and external events
Who You Are:
- A passionate Python developer
- Organized and focused on delivering high-quality software on time
- Knowledgeable about cloud computing concepts and technologies
- Proficient in Linux and networking
- Committed to continuous learning
Bonus Points For:
- A university degree in Computer Science or a related software engineering field
- Golang programming skills
What We Offer Colleagues:
- Competitive compensation reflective of geographical location, experience, and performance
- Performance-driven annual bonus or commission
- A personal learning and development budget of USD 2,000 per year
- Annual compensation reviews and recognition rewards
- Generous annual leave including maternity and paternity leave
- Team Member Assistance Program & Wellness Platform
- Opportunities to travel and attend company events with travel upgrades
Language Requirements:
Fluency in English is a requirement.
Canonical is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. All applications will be considered without discrimination.
