The company is a leading provider of open source software and operating systems for the global enterprise and technology markets. The company is the publisher of Ubuntu, widely used in areas such as public cloud, data science, AI, engineering innovation, and IoT.
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We are hiring a Software Engineer for a fast-paced role in Linux-based software-defined infrastructure and applications, covering all layers of the stack, from bare metal to virtualization, containerization, storage, and networking, up to OpenStack and Kubernetes. This position requires a mix of engineering skills to tackle various aspects of Ubuntu and the open-source applications running on it.
The role will involve addressing complex customer problems related to Ubuntu, Kernel, Ceph, OpenStack, Kubernetes, or other open source software. Engineers will collaborate with the company's Field, Support, and product engineering teams, participate in upstream communities, develop bug fixes, backport patches, and engage in code review.
Location: Riyadh, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia (Remote)
Work Conditions:
- Full-time
- Remote role with teams in all time zones
- Travel internationally up to 10% of work time for team meetings, events, and conferences (up to 4 times a year)
Key Responsibilities:
- Troubleshoot and resolve complex customer issues
- Maintain communication with various teams within the company
- Participate actively in upstream communities
- Develop, backport, and review code
- Prioritize work effectively while maintaining clear and concise communication
What We Are Looking For:
- Professional experience as a software engineer
- Background in Computer Science, STEM, or similar fields
- Strong experience with Linux and at least one of the following: Ceph, OpenStack, Kubernetes, or other cloud technologies
- Development-level experience with at least one of Python, Go, C, or C++ on Linux
- Ability to use debugging tools like gdb
- Familiarity with git source code repositories
Nice-to-Have Skills:
- Passion for technology and eagerness to work with exceptional colleagues
- Flexibility, accountability, and strong communication skills
- Interest and experience in Ubuntu Linux, Kubernetes, OpenStack, Ceph, and related technologies
Compensation and Benefits:
- Competitive compensation shaped by geographical location, experience, and performance
- Performance-driven annual bonus
- Personal learning and development budget of USD 2,000 per year
- Annual compensation review
- Recognition rewards
- Annual holiday leave, maternity and paternity leave
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Opportunities for travel to meet colleagues
About the company:
The company is at the forefront of the global move to open source, changing the software landscape with Ubuntu, a key platform for AI, IoT, and the cloud. The company is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment and actively promotes a workplace free from discrimination. We seek excellence, encouraging innovation, efficient work, and personal growth.
