About the Job:
Canonical is building a comprehensive automation suite to provide multi-cloud and on-premise data solutions for enterprises. The data platform team develops managed solutions for a full range of data technologies, covering everything from big data and NoSQL, to cache-layer capabilities and analytics, as well as structured SQL engines. The role focuses on creating and automating infrastructure features of data platforms. This involves working on fault-tolerant, mission-critical, distributed systems, and ensuring seamless integration and management of Big Data platforms at scale.
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Work Conditions:
Full-time, remote work with global travel for 2 to 4 weeks per year for internal and external events.
What Your Day Will Look Like:
- Collaborate proactively with a distributed team.
- Write high-quality, idiomatic Python code to create new features.
- Debug issues and interact with upstream communities publicly.
- Work with talented engineers across various fields.
What We Are Looking For:
- Proven hands-on experience in software development using Python.
- Experience with distributed systems, specifically Kafka and Spark.
- A Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Computer Science, STEM, or a related field.
- Willingness to travel up to 4 times a year for internal events.
Additional Skills That You Might Also Bring:
- Experience with SQL (MySQL, PostgreSQL, Oracle, etc.) and/or NoSQL (MongoDB, Redis, ElasticSearch, etc.) similar to DBA level expertise.
- Familiarity with Linux systems administration, package management, and infrastructure operations.
- Experience with public or private cloud solutions like OpenStack.
- Knowledge of operating Kubernetes clusters.
Benefits Offered:
- Fully remote working environment.
- Personal learning and development budget of 2,000 USD per annum.
- Annual compensation review.
- Recognition rewards and annual holiday leave.
- Parental leave.
- Employee Assistance Programme.
- Opportunity for travel to meet colleagues twice a year.
- Priority Pass for travel and travel upgrades for long haul company events.
Company Overview:
Canonical is a pioneering tech firm leading the global movement towards open source. As the publisher of Ubuntu, Canonical offers a unique window into the future of digital business, emphasizing innovation and community engagement. The company fosters a diverse workplace free from discrimination and values excellence in all its operations.
