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About the role
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 enterprise initiatives such as public cloud, data science, AI, engineering innovation, and IoT. We have a diverse team of 1200+ colleagues across 75+ countries, with few office-based roles, emphasizing distributed collaboration.
We are hiring a Software Engineer to develop, test, and improve the Ubuntu Pro client, a critical command-line tool that manages security patches and services for enterprise and personal Ubuntu users. You will collaborate with the Ubuntu Server team, cloud partners, and other product teams, while also engaging with our user community to ensure their needs are met.
Responsibilities
Collaborate proactively with a distributed team
Write high-quality code, including unit and functional tests
Debug issues and implement fixes
Review code from other engineers
Discuss ideas and investigate solutions
Work remotely, with global travel 2-4 weeks per year for events
Candidate requirements
Passion for technology and working with talented teams
Curiosity, flexibility, articulation, and accountability
Strong soft skills: passion, enterprise mindset, thoughtfulness, self-motivation
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Computer Science, STEM, or related field
Extensive experience with Python on Linux
Interest/experience in Ubuntu Linux administration, CI, Debian packaging, or cloud environments (at least two areas)
Open source community engagement experience is a plus
What we offer
Distributed work environment with biannual in-person team sprints
USD 2,000 annual learning and development budget
Annual performance reviews and recognition rewards
Generous leave policies, including parental leave
Wellness programs and support resources
Opportunities for travel and international collaboration
About Canonical
Canonical pioneers open source innovation, publishing Ubuntu, a key platform for AI, IoT, and cloud technologies. We are a global, remote-first company committed to excellence and diversity, fostering a workplace free from discrimination.
Additional details
Seniority level: Entry level
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Engineering and IT
Industry: Software Development
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