Canonical is a leading provider of open source software and operating systems for the global enterprise and technology markets. Our platform, Ubuntu, is widely used in major enterprise initiatives such as public cloud, data science, AI, engineering innovation, and IoT. We work with many industry leaders and support our partners, including Intel, Nvidia, Google, Dell, HP, Accenture, and Tata.
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We are hiring a Cloud Solutions Architect in our Alliances team to assist our largest partners in understanding and adopting our open source platform. The role involves addressing real-world customer problems, enabling enterprise adoption of Ubuntu, OpenStack, Kubernetes, AI/MLOps, and other technologies.
As a Cloud Solutions Architect, you will support various alliances and partners of Canonical in adopting our products and technologies, helping business leaders to define joint go-to-market programs. You will also be actively involved in creating architectural solutions and assisting partners in offering joint solutions utilizing Canonical's technologies.
Key Responsibilities:
- Understand and work with Ubuntu, Linux, networking, and services in real-world environments
- Architect cloud infrastructure solutions, including Kubernetes, OpenStack, and more, both on-premises and in public cloud environments (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud)
- Integrate open source software such as PostgreSQL, MongoDB, Kafka, and others
- Design and publish joint Reference Architectures, and conduct technical validations with partners
- Prepare and conduct onboarding sessions/workshops to promote Canonical's products
Work Conditions:
- This is a home-based role available worldwide.
- The role requires global travel of up to 30% of the time.
Language Requirements:
- Fluent written and spoken English is required.
Qualifications:
- Extensive experience with Linux (preferably Ubuntu), Kubernetes, Ceph, and software automation
- Experience designing and implementing solutions on public or private clouds
- Proficient in Python and Bash, with troubleshooting skills
- Excellent communication and presentation abilities
- Strong motivation and ability to manage multiple tasks and commitments
- Interest in customer-facing engagement
- Degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, or a related technical field
What We Offer:
- Competitive compensation based on location, experience, and performance
- Performance-driven annual bonus
- Personal learning and development budget of USD 2,000 per year
- Annual compensation reviews
- Recognition rewards
- Annual leave, maternity and paternity leave, and an Employee Assistance Programme
- Opportunities for global travel to meet colleagues
About Canonical:
Canonical is at the forefront of the open source movement, publishing Ubuntu and driving innovations in AI, IoT, and the cloud. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace and welcome applicants from all backgrounds.
