Senior Site Reliability Engineer

Canonical is a leading provider of open source software and operating systems, known for its platform, Ubuntu. The company serves prominent public cloud and silicon providers and industry leaders across various sectors. Canonical emphasizes global distributed collaboration, with most team members working remotely and gathering in person infrequently.

As a Senior Site Reliability Engineer, you will engage in next-gen operations at scale using Python infra-as-code, managing hundreds of private cloud, Kubernetes, and application clusters. This role focuses on perfecting enterprise infrastructure DevOps and leveraging automation through a scientific approach driven by metrics and code.

Location: Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates (Remote)
Work Conditions:

• Remote Full-time role
• Ability to travel internationally twice a year for company events, lasting up to two weeks

Key Responsibilities:

• Engage with cloud operations using Python software engineering skills.
• Practice DevSecOps from bare metal to applications.
• Architect and manage OpenStack, Kubernetes, and software-defined storage.
• Enable DevSecOps for applications on this infrastructure.

Requirements:

• Degree in Software Engineering or Computer Science.
• Experience with Linux and familiarity with Linux networking and storage.
• Expertise in Python software development.
• Operational experience in a high-pressure environment.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, curiosity, flexibility, and accountability.

Nice-to-Have Skills:

• Experience with OpenStack or Kubernetes deployment or operations.
• Familiarity with public or private cloud management.

What We Offer:

• Competitive compensation based on geographical location, experience, and performance, reviewed annually.
• Performance-driven annual bonus or commission.
• Personal learning and development budget of USD 2,000 per year.
• Recognition rewards and annual holiday leave.
• Maternity and paternity leave.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Opportunities for travel to connect with colleagues.

Canonical's Commitment to Diversity:
Canonical is an equal opportunity employer that fosters a workplace free from discrimination. The company values diversity of experience, perspectives, and backgrounds, ensuring fair consideration for all applicants.