OverviewJoin to apply for the Golang Engineer role at Canonical.Canonical is a leading provider of open-source software and operating systems for global enterprise and technology markets. Our platform, Ubuntu, is widely used in breakthrough enterprise initiatives across public cloud, data science, AI, engineering innovation and IoT. We employ 1200+ colleagues in more than 80 countries, with very 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. We have open roles for Golang engineers of all seniority levels, for all relevant teams at Canonical. After the first round of interviews we will assign the best-fit product team based on your interests.Location: we have open roles for Golang engineers in every time zone.ResponsibilitiesDesign and implement well-tested and documented software in GoDebug and fix issues encountered by usersParticipate in engineering processes through code and architectural reviewsCollaborate with the community and colleagues on technical specificationsSeek improvements to engineering and operations practicesIn some cases, deploy and operate services developed by the teamContribute to the success of your product through technical advocacyWhat we are looking for in youAn exceptional academic track record from both high school and universityUndergraduate degree in Computer Science or STEM, or a compelling narrative about an alternative pathDrive and a track record of going above-and-beyond expectationsWell-organized, self-starting and able to deliver to scheduleProfessional manner interacting with colleagues, partners, and communityExperience designing and writing high-quality Golang software on LinuxExperience with and passion for Linux at the system levelFor more senior roles, experience building, deploying, and operating distributed systems and APIsProfessional 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 eachNice-to-have skillsExperience developing for Ubuntu LinuxExperience with Juju, LXD, MicroK8s, Snapd, Ubuntu Core, Ubuntu ProPerformance engineering and security experienceWhat we offerDistributed 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 ProgramOpportunities to travel to new locations to meet colleaguesTravel upgrades for long-haul company eventsAbout CanonicalCanonical 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 a very high standard for people joining the company. Most colleagues have worked from home since 2004. Working here challenges you to think differently, work smarter, and raise your game.Equal opportunity employerCanonical is an equal opportunity employer. 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.
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