Canonical is hiring a
Software Engineer

Summary

This job is for a Python software engineer to work on open source software operations for Canonical's new community, focusing on improving application and infrastructure reliability using Kubernetes and the entire Linux stack. The role requires strong Python development skills and familiarity with Kubernetes.

Requirements

• Strong Python development skills and familiarity with Kubernetes
• Experience with Linux systems administration, package management, and operations
• Hands-on experience with at least one public cloud
• Familiarity with Docker and Kubernetes

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver open source software operations code in Python
• Work across the entire Linux stack, from kernel to networking to storage to applications
• Shape high quality open source monitoring and alerting infrastructure
• Simplify open source operations for customers and the 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

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor’s or equivalent in Computer Science, STEM or similar degree