Python Engineer

Canonical is a leading provider of open source software and operating systems to the global enterprise and technology markets.Our platform, Ubuntu, is very widely used in breakthrough enterprise initiatives such as public cloud, data science, AI, engineering innovation, and IoT.Our customers include the world's leading public cloud and silicon providers, and industry leaders in many sectors.The company is a pioneer of global distributed collaboration, with + colleagues in 75+ countries and very few office-based roles.Teams meet two to four times yearly in person, in interesting locations around the world, to align on strategy and execution.The company is founder-led, profitable, and growing.This is a general track role, hiring for every team at Canonical who works in Python, across all levels of seniority.Apply here if you believe you are already an outstanding Python engineer.Canonical works across the entire open source spectrum.Canonical Ubuntu is well-known as a developer favourite and enterprise-friendly Linux.Our web services and system utilities are often written in Python, which we choose where collaboration with other teams, ecosystems and communities is more important than raw performance.We hire Python Developers with a passion for open-source software, innovation, and cutting-edge technologies.We also look for colleagues who understand that a great product is more than code – it is ready for the unexpected, it is well documented, it is comprehensively tested, it is tastefully presented in its CLI or GUI.At Canonical, you will have the opportunity to make significant contributions through high-quality, idiomatic Python code.Your team will own a product that may comprise several codebases.These may be intended to run on servers, or on Kubernetes, or on the desktop, or as web services for Ubuntu clients.They may be utilities or frameworks or tools, or part of our production process.Additionally, this role will give you the opportunity to engage with the broader open-source community.We're looking for individuals who can help build a thriving community, contribute to a broad range of technologies, and ensure seamless software operations at scale.Location: we have remote Python engineering roles in every time zone.What your day will look likeWrite high-quality, well-designed and well-tested Python softwareCollaborate proactively with a globally distributed teamDisplay technical leadership at Canonical and in our communitiesDebug issues and produce high-quality code to fix themContribute to technical documentation with the aim to make it the best of its kindWork from home with global travel twice a year for company eventsWhat 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 your alternative pathDrive and a track record of going above-and-beyond expectationsWell-organised, self-starting and able to deliver to scheduleProfessional manner interacting with colleagues, partners, and communityExperience writing thoroughly designed, modern, maintainable PythonConscientiousness and detail orientation, with a focus on performanceProfessional 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 eachAdditional Skills That You Might Also BringExperience with container technologies such as LXD, Docker and KubernetesUnderstanding of build systems and toolchains, including for cross-compilationAdditional languages, particularly Golang or Rust, C or C++Deep quality and test engineeringWeb or Flutter front-end experienceREST and gRPC API experienceSQL and NoSQL data store expertiseExperience with public clouds or OpenStackExperience with Debian/Ubuntu packagingExperience with systems programming or scalable web servicesPerformance engineering and security experienceWhat we offer youDistributed 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 ProgrammeOpportunity to travel to new locations to meet colleaguesPriority Pass, and travel 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.We expect excellence; in order to succeed, weneed to be the best at what we do.Most colleagues at Canonical have worked from home since our inception in .

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.