About the Job:
Canonical is building a comprehensive automation suite to provide multi-cloud and on-premise data solutions for the enterprise. The data platform team is a collaborative group responsible for developing a range of data stores and technologies, including big data, NoSQL, cache-layer capabilities, and analytics, as well as structured SQL engines.
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The team addresses the challenges of fault-tolerant, mission-critical distributed systems to deliver leading automation solutions for data platforms. We are looking for candidates for positions from junior to senior levels, and we will align you with a role based on your experience and interests.
Your typical day will involve the creation and automation of features for data platforms, ensuring fault-tolerant replication, TLS installation, and more, while also providing domain-specific expertise. You'll work remotely but may travel globally for 2 to 4 weeks annually for internal and external events.
Responsibilities:
- Collaborate proactively with a distributed team
- Write high-quality, idiomatic Python code to create new features
- Debug issues and engage with upstream communities publicly
- Work with talented engineers across various fields
- Discuss ideas and collaborate on solutions
Requirements:
- Proven hands-on experience in software development using Python
- Proven hands-on experience in distributed systems
- 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
Preferred Additional Skills:
- Experience with data platform technologies (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, OpenSearch, Kafka, Yugabyte, Trino, Superset, Atlas, Ranger, Redis)
- Experience with Linux systems administration and operations
- Familiarity with public or private cloud solutions (e.g., OpenStack)
- Experience operating Kubernetes clusters
What We Offer:
- Competitive base pay dependent on geographical location and experience
- Fully remote work environment since 2004
- Personal learning and development budget of $2,000 per annum
- Annual compensation review
- Recognition rewards
- Annual holiday leave and parental leave
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Opportunity to travel to new locations for team 'sprints'
- Priority Pass for travel upgrades for long-haul company events
About Canonical:
Canonical is a leading tech firm driving the global shift to open source. We publish Ubuntu, a significant open-source project serving as the foundation for AI, IoT, and the cloud. Our remote-first approach has been in place since 2004, ensuring a dynamic work environment that emphasizes learning, skill enhancement, and innovation. We prioritize diversity and are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer.
