Canonical is building a new generation of Ubuntu-based container images to simplify open-source application deployment worldwide. These images will be free to use with long-term security commitments, engineered for performance, security, and usability. In this role, you will build and maintain a growing portfolio of container images, working with multiple teams to ensure quality and a seamless Ubuntu user experience. You will be highly involved in implementing and maintaining Continuous Integration and Continuous Delivery (CI/CD) automation around these images, demonstrating insights into container-based DevOps.
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Location: Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates (Remote)
Work Conditions: Full-time, remote work, with global travel up to 15% for internal and external events.
Key Responsibilities:
- Build robust, scalable, leading-edge container images.
- Work on automated CI/CD processes for building, testing, and publishing container images.
- Write tools and tests for assessing security compliance and cloud-native compatibility.
- Participate in engineering processes through code and architectural review.
- Contribute to the improvement of our Python- and Go-based container-building tools.
- Provide technical feedback for team decision-making.
- Engage with the open-source community as a subject-matter expert.
- Grow our knowledge base and write documentation.
- Mentor and assist in hiring processes.
Requirements:
- Knowledgeable and passionate about software development.
- Experience in collaborative development.
- Familiarity with CI/CD systems (e.g., Jenkins, GitHub Actions, Concourse CI).
- Familiarity with GitOps principles and workflows.
- Track record of delivering timely, high-quality software.
- Experience building container images.
- Mastery of at least one container management/orchestration tool (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
- Experience with Python.
- Experience with Linux systems administration and package management.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Bachelor's or equivalent in Computer Science, STEM, or a similar degree.
Language Requirements: Strong written and verbal communication skills to convey technical concepts.
What We Offer:
- Geographical location, experience, and performance-based compensation.
- Annual compensation review and performance-driven bonuses.
- Personal learning and development budget of USD 2,000 per year.
- Annual holiday leave, maternity, and paternity leave.
- Team Member Assistance Program & Wellness Platform.
- Opportunities to travel to new locations to meet colleagues.
Canonical is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a workplace free from discrimination and valuing diverse experiences and perspectives.
