About the Job:
Canonical is a leading provider of open source software and operating systems, recognized globally for our platform, Ubuntu. Our initiatives span across public cloud, data science, AI, engineering innovation, and IoT. As a pioneer in global distributed collaboration with a workforce of 1200+ colleagues in over 75 countries, we emphasize very few office-based roles. Teams convene two to four times a year in interesting locations worldwide to align on strategies and execution.
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We are hiring a Software Engineer to enhance the development of Juju, a prominent open-source Go project that enables complex distributed software systems globally. Juju facilitates model-driven operations for software management across public cloud, private cloud, Kubernetes, and bare-metal environments. Numerous teams, from Canonical Managed Solutions to Fortune 500 companies, rely on Juju for their product and service delivery.
Work Conditions:
- This position is fully remote.
- Travel required: Up to 4 weeks per year for internal and external events.
Responsibilities:
- Contribute to the design, delivery, and support of features in a highly concurrent, distributed system that drives cloud automation and software operations.
- Collaborate with a distributed team.
- Debug issues and interact with upstream communities publicly.
- Work alongside talented engineers and collaborate on effective solutions.
Requirements:
- Experience in developing software using Go.
- Excellent communication skills in English (verbal and written).
- Strong academic background (preferably university level).
- Willingness to travel (up to 4 times a year).
Preferred Skills:
- Experience with developing highly concurrent distributed systems.
- Familiarity with container technologies (Docker, LXD, Kubernetes, etc.).
- Solid networking experience.
- Knowledge in agile software development methodologies.
- Exposure to the Linux and open-source environments.
- Experience with configuration management tools (Ansible, Chef, Puppet, etc.).
- Working knowledge of cloud computing and software packaging (Debian, snaps).
- Experience with SQL and NoSQL databases.
- Open source project contributions.
- Previous experience developing Terraform plugins.
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 review and recognition rewards.
- Annual holiday leave, maternity and paternity leave.
- Employee Assistance Programme.
- Opportunity to travel and meet with team members globally.
- Priority Pass for travel and upgrades for long-haul company events.
About Canonical:
Canonical is an innovator in the shift to open source technology, leading the development of Ubuntu, a foundational platform for AI, IoT, and cloud solutions. We uphold a high standard for our recruits and emphasize excellence in our efforts to create a diverse, equitable workplace free from discrimination. We invite candidates from all backgrounds and experiences to apply.
