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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 public cloud, data science, AI, engineering innovation, and IoT. Our customers include the world's leading public cloud and silicon providers.
We are founder‑led, profitable, and growing. We focus on back‑end REST API microservices engineering in Go and Python, handling millions of Ubuntu clients and thousands of community members.
Key areas of interest
- API design, documentation, and governance
- Database performance design considerations and skills
- Multi‑region service delivery for resilience and performance
- Fuzzing and other proactive security analysis techniques
- Tracing and profiling for distributed systems insights
- Next‑generation DevOps practices
Location
We have microservices teams with open roles in every time zone.
What your day will look like
Write high‑quality, well‑designed, and robust software that works at scaleDesign APIs and software architecture for collegial reviewWrite tests that validate software behaviourBuild and maintain reliable, fault‑tolerant applications and servicesCollaborate proactively with a globally distributed teamDisplay technical leadership internally and within external communities
Debug issues and produce high‑quality solutions to resolve themContribute to technical documentation to make it the best of its kindDiscuss, contribute to, and collaborate across teams at CanonicalWork from home with global travel twice annually for company eventsWhat we are looking for in you
An exceptional academic track record from high school and universityUndergraduate degree in Computer Science or STEM, or an alternative narrativeDrive and a track record of going above‑and‑beyond expectationsProficiency in Python and / or GoHistory of writing modern, maintainable softwareExperience with relational and non‑relational databasesContinuous integration and continuous delivery experienceExperience with systems programming or scalable web servicesProfessional written and spoken EnglishExperience with Linux (Debian or Ubuntu preferred)Excellent interpersonal skills, curiosity, flexibility, and accountabilityPassion, thoughtfulness, and self‑motivationExcellent communication and presentation skillsResult‑oriented, with a personal drive to meet commitmentsAbility to travel twice a year, for company events up to two weeks eachAdditional skills that you might also bring
Experience with container tech such as LXD, Docker, and KubernetesUnderstanding of build systems and toolchainsExperience with cross‑compilationExperience with hyperscale public clouds and / or private cloudsExperience with designing, building, and running distributed systemsPerformance engineering and security experienceWhat we offer you
Distributed work environment with twice‑yearly team sprints in personPersonal learning and development budget of USD 2,000 per yearAnnual compensation reviewRecognition rewardsAnnual holiday leaveMaternity and paternity leaveEmployee Assistance ProgrammeOpportunity to travel to new locations to meet colleaguesPriority Pass and travel upgrades for long‑haul company eventsAbout Canonical
Canonical is a pioneering tech firm front‑line of the global move to open source. As the company that publishes Ubuntu, one of the most important open‑source projects, we are changing the world of software and are recruiting at a global level.
Canonical is an equal opportunity employer and we are proud to foster a workplace free from discrimination. Diversity of experience, perspectives and background creates a better work environment and better products. Whatever your identity, we will give your application fair consideration.
Seniority level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Engineering and Information Technology
Industries
Software Development
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