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About The Company
Canonical is a pioneering technology company renowned for its leadership in open source software and operating systems. As the publisher of Ubuntu, one of the most widely adopted Linux distributions globally, Canonical plays a vital role in advancing cloud computing, artificial intelligence, data science, Internet of Things, and enterprise innovation. The company's platform is integral to numerous groundbreaking initiatives across various sectors, including public cloud infrastructure, embedded systems, and enterprise data centers. With a global presence, Canonical employs over 1,200 professionals across more than 75 countries, emphasizing a distributed work culture that fosters collaboration and innovation. The company is founder-led, profitable, and committed to continuous growth, making it an ideal environment for talented individuals passionate about open source and cutting-edge technology.
About The Role
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Software Engineer to join our Sustaining Engineering team at Canonical. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work on Linux-based software-defined infrastructure and applications that span the entire technology stack. You will be responsible for troubleshooting, diagnosing, and resolving complex issues related to Ubuntu and its ecosystem, including kernel, storage, networking, virtualization, and containerization technologies such as Ceph, OpenStack, Kubernetes, Docker, and LXC/LXD. Your contributions will directly impact the stability, security, and performance of Ubuntu, which is relied upon by millions worldwide. This position is remote, allowing you to collaborate with a diverse, global team, and participate in upstream community projects, ensuring open source software remains robust and reliable. The role is ideal for a technologist with a passion for Linux, open source development, and problem-solving at all levels of the software stack.
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Qualifications
The ideal candidate will possess professional experience as a software engineer with a strong background in computer science or related STEM fields. You should have extensive experience working with Linux operating systems and proficiency in at least one of the following cloud and open source technologies: Ceph, OpenStack, Kubernetes, or similar. Demonstrated development skills in Python, Go, C, or C++ on Linux are essential, along with the ability to troubleshoot using debugging tools like gdb. Familiarity with source code management systems such as git, and experience in reviewing code contributions, are highly valued. An exceptional academic record and the willingness to travel up to four times annually for team events and conferences are preferred. Additional skills that are advantageous include experience with QEMU/KVM, distributed systems, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, Debian packaging, and a genuine enthusiasm for technology and open source communities.
Responsibilities
- Resolving complex customer issues related to Ubuntu and its ecosystem, including the kernel, storage, and cloud platforms.
- Working closely with Canonical’s field support and product engineering teams to diagnose problems, develop bug fixes, and implement upstream patches.
- Collaborating with open source communities, contributing to upstream projects, reviewing code, and ensuring that fixes are incorporated into Ubuntu releases.
- Managing your workload effectively, prioritizing tasks, and demonstrating sound technical judgment.
- Participating in team discussions aimed at improving internal processes, tools, and documentation.
- Maintaining clear, concise, and technical communication to facilitate effective collaboration.
- Occasional international travel for team meetings, conferences, and strategic events.
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Benefits
- Competitive compensation reviewed annually with additional performance-based bonuses.
- Personal learning and development budget of USD 2,000 annually.
- Flexible remote work environment with twice-yearly in-person team sprints in interesting locations worldwide.
- Generous leave policies including annual holiday leave, maternity and paternity leave, and an Employee Assistance Programme.
- Opportunities for international travel to meet colleagues and participate in global events.
- Additional perks include travel upgrades, priority passes, and recognition rewards.
Equal Opportunity
Canonical is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We celebrate different perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences, believing that diversity enhances innovation and product quality. We do not discriminate based on race, gender, age, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. All qualified applicants will receive fair consideration for employment, and we are dedicated to creating a welcoming environment where everyone can thrive and contribute to our mission of advancing open source technology worldwide.
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