Overview
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Location: Globally remote role.
Role summary
Next-gen operations at scale with pure Python infra-as-code, from bare metal to containers and applications. Our goal is to perfect enterprise infrastructure DevOps. We run hundreds of private cloud, Kubernetes, and application clusters for customers across physical and public cloud estate, and we are raising the bar on automation by embracing a universal operator pattern and model-driven operations.
To succeed in this role you need to believe in automation as a software engineering problem, be interested in a scientific approach to operations at scale driven by metrics and code, and be able to learn the entire stack—from bare metal networking and kernel up to serverless and open source applications.
Responsibilities
- Architect and run OpenStack, Kubernetes and software defined storage; enable devsecops for applications running on that infrastructure.
- Bring Python software-engineering skills and rigor to the operations domain as part of cloud operations.
- Work in a high-pressure operations environment with mission-critical services for global brand name customers.
- Gain experience across a broad range of cloud technologies and stay current with the latest capabilities in open source infrastructure.
- Drive upgrades to keep customers on the latest, best solutions.
What we are looking for
- Degree in Software Engineering or Computer Science
- Experience with Linux and familiarity with Linux networking and storage
- Python software development expertise
- Operational experience
- Excellent interpersonal skills, curiosity, flexibility, and accountability
- Ability to travel internationally twice a year, for company events up to two weeks long
Nice-to-have skills
- Experience with OpenStack or Kubernetes deployment or operations
- Familiarity with public or private cloud management
What we offer
- Distributed work environment with twice-yearly team sprints in person
- Personal learning and development budget of USD 2,000 per year
- Annual compensation review
- Recognition rewards
- Annual holiday leave
- Maternity and paternity leave
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Opportunity to travel to new locations to meet colleagues
- Priority Pass, and travel upgrades for long haul company events
About Canonical
Canonical 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. We expect excellence – to succeed, we need to be the best at what we do. Most colleagues at Canonical have worked from home since its inception in 2004. Working here is a step into the future, and will challenge you to think differently, work smarter, learn new skills, and raise your game.
Canonical is an equal opportunity employer. We are proud to foster a workplace free from discrimination. Diversity of experience, perspectives, and background create a better work environment and better products. Whatever your identity, we will give your application fair consideration.
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