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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. Our customers include top public cloud and silicon providers, along with industry leaders. The company is founder-led, profitable, and growing.
we are hiring a senior software engineer on the web engineering team to drive best practices, lead technical discussions, identify risks, and communicate effectively with stakeholders. This role offers opportunities to gain deep technical knowledge of complex products in innovative tech areas, with a culture valuing transparency, honesty, and teamwork.
as a senior software engineer at canonical, you will own large projects, encourage rigorous engineering processes, write specifications, reduce complexity, and potentially take on technical lead responsibilities. You will stay updated with industry trends, serve as a subject matter expert, and mentor others.
location: this role is remote within the emea region.
responsibilities include:
1. driving initiatives to improve team matters
2. designing and implementing well-tested, documented software
3. debugging and fixing user issues
4. leading code and architectural reviews
5. contributing to technical documentation
6. seeking improvements in engineering and operations
7. deploying and operating developed services
8. contributing to product success through technical advocacy
qualifications:
* designing architectural approaches supporting business goals
* valuing soft skills: passionate, thoughtful, self-motivated
* strong academic background from high school and university
* degree in computer science or stem, or equivalent experience
* proven drive and ability to exceed expectations
* organized, self-starting, reliable in delivery
* research skills and ability to integrate new technologies
* insightful code review skills
* focus on accessibility and performance
* excellent english communication skills
* experience with linux (debian or ubuntu preferred)
* interpersonal skills, curiosity, flexibility, accountability
* willingness to travel twice a year for up to two weeks
nice-to-have skills:
* experience with container tech (lxd, docker, kubernetes)
* experience in team excellence and leadership
* rest api design and governance
* performance engineering and security expertise
what we offer:
* distributed work environment with biannual in-person sprints
* usd 2,000 annual learning budget
* annual compensation review and recognition rewards
* generous leave policies, parental leave, employee assistance program
* opportunities for travel and professional growth
about canonical:
canonical pioneers open source, publishing ubuntu, a key platform for ai, iot, and cloud. We hire globally, uphold high standards, and foster a diverse, inclusive workplace. Working here means thinking differently, learning continuously, and advancing your skills.
canonical is an equal-opportunity employer, committed to diversity and fairness.
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