Canonical is a leading provider of open-source software and operating systems, known for its platform, Ubuntu, widely used in enterprise initiatives like public cloud, data science, AI, and IoT. The company has a distributed team with over 1,100 colleagues in more than 75 countries, conducting in-person meetings two to four times a year. Canonical is seeking a software architect for LXD and MicroCloud.
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As a software architect, you will be responsible for the architecture, design, and evolution of LXD, a modern Golang system container and virtual machine orchestrator, as well as Canonical MicroCloud, which integrates LXD with Ceph and OVN.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the design and architecture of LXD and MicroCloud
- Code in Golang and C
- Collaborate with a globally distributed team
- Mentor and guide colleagues in their development
- Display technical leadership within Canonical and the wider community
- Review code produced by team members
- Ensure product security and efficiency
- Solve problems through leadership and skills development
Requirements:
- Exceptional academic record in Computer Science or STEM, or a relevant alternative path
- Experience in Golang and C
- Familiarity with storage, networking, and virtualization
- Experience with container technologies and distributed systems
- Attention to detail and performance-oriented mindset
- Professional written and spoken English
- Experience with Linux (Debian or Ubuntu preferred)
- Ability to travel internationally twice a year for company events (up to two weeks long)
Benefits:
- Competitive compensation revisited annually
- Performance-driven bonus
- Personal learning and development budget of USD 2,000 per year
- Annual holiday leave and maternity/paternity leave
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Opportunities for travel to meet colleagues
Canonical is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, fostering a diverse workplace that thrives on a variety of experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds.
