Canonical
Overview
Canonical is a leading provider of open source software and operating systems to the global enterprise and technology markets. Our platform, Ubuntu, is widely used in cloud, data science, AI, engineering innovation, and IoT initiatives. We have 1200+ colleagues in 75+ countries with few office-based roles. Teams meet two to four times yearly in person in locations around the world to align on strategy and execution. The company is founder-led, profitable, and growing. Our mission is to reinvent how companies manage open source information systems on public clouds and in data centers. We are building a new community around Python opscode for open source applications, running on Kubernetes, and we aim to move Canonical and Ubuntu IS onto this new open source codebase.
We are transforming our IS team into an extension of the product engineering capability at Canonical. Internal workloads use open source workloads that our customers want to operate. This team will productize those workloads for real-time automated operations on Kubernetes. This role is ideal for software engineers who enjoy Python, have a passion for distributed systems, and are interested in the Linux stack from kernel to networking to virtualization and containers. It requires rigor in code and customer interactions. Our engineers are technically astute open source enthusiasts who are excited about cloud computing and joining a global team delivering world class services to our customers.
The role emphasizes strong Python development skills and familiarity with Kubernetes. You will work with other Canonical teams to ensure products operate reliably, efficiently, and scale to production workloads for customers adopting cutting-edge technology. You will participate in and be responsible for sound software architecture and following best practices in software quality, testing, and documentation.
The role entails
Work in Python to design and deliver open source software operations code
Work across the entire Linux stack, from kernel, networking, storage, to applications
Think rigorously about application and infrastructure reliability
Shape high quality open source monitoring and alerting infrastructure
Simplify open source operations for our customers and open source community
Demonstrate sound engineering design and testing principles in your code
Follow agile software development practices
Coach and develop colleagues where you have insights
Grow a healthy, collaborative engineering culture in line with company values
Work from home with global travel once or twice a year for up to 2 weeks for events
What we are looking for in you
You love technology and working with brilliant people
You have a Bachelors or equivalent in Computer Science, STEM, or similar degree
You are experienced with Linux systems administration, package management, and operations
You have hands-on experience with at least one public cloud
You are familiar with Docker and Kubernetes
You are an experienced Python programmer and enjoy challenging projects
You understand the importance of reliable software and strive to design and code to that expectation
You are organized and want your team to deliver timely, high quality software
What we offer colleagues
Distributed work environment with twice-yearly team sprints in person
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 Program
Opportunity to travel to new locations to meet colleagues
Travel upgrades for long haul company events
About Canonical
Canonical is a pioneering tech firm at the forefront of the global move to open source. As the company that publishes Ubuntu, one of the most important open source projects and the platform for AI, IoT, and the cloud, we are changing the world of software. We recruit on a global basis and set high standards for people joining the company. Most colleagues have worked from home since 2004. Working here is a step into the future, challenging you to think differently, work smarter, learn new skills, and raise your game.
Canonical is an equal opportunity employer
We are proud to foster a workplace free from discrimination. Diversity of experience, perspectives, and background create a better work environment and better products. Whatever your identity, we will give your application fair consideration.
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