Software Engineer - Python and Kubernetes

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver open source software operations code in Python
• Work across the entire Linux stack, from kernel, networking, storage, to applications
• Ensure application and infrastructure reliability
• Shape high quality open source monitoring and alerting infrastructure
• Simplify open source operations for customers and the community
• Follow agile software development practices
• Coach colleagues and grow a collaborative engineering culture
• Work from home with global travel once or twice a year for events

Requirements

• Bachelor's or equivalent in Computer Science, STEM, or similar degree
• Linux systems administration, package management, and operations experience
• Hands-on experience with at least one public cloud
• Familiarity with Docker and Kubernetes
• Experienced Python programmer
• Understanding of reliable software design and coding practices

Benefits

• Distributed work environment with twice-yearly in-person team sprints
• Personal learning and development budget of USD 2,000 per year
• Annual compensation review and recognition rewards
• Annual holiday leave and maternity/paternity leave
• Employee Assistance Program
• Priority Pass and travel upgrades for long-haul company events

About the Company

Canonical is a leading provider of open source software and operating systems to the global enterprise and technology markets. Its platform, Ubuntu, is widely used in public cloud, data science, AI, engineering innovation, and IoT. The company is founder-led, profitable, growing, and has been globally distributed since 2004.