Overview
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 cloud, data science, AI, engineering innovation and IoT.
We recruit on a global basis and have 1200+ colleagues in 75+ countries with few office-based roles.
We operate a distributed model where teams meet in person a few times a year.
Role: Senior Site Reliability Engineer at Canonical .
Location: Globally remote.
We are hiring to scale operations with Python infra-as-code, from bare metal to containers and applications, aiming to perfect enterprise infrastructure devops.
Responsibilities
- Design, build, and operate automation for cloud and infrastructure at scale using Python
- Architect and run OpenStack, Kubernetes, software-defined storage, and enable devsecops for applications on that infrastructure
- Apply a software-engineering mindset to operations, driven by metrics and code
- Learn the full stack from bare metal networking and kernel up to serverless and open source applications
- Operate in a high-pressure environment with mission-critical services for global customers
- Collaborate with teams to drive upgrades and keep customers on the latest, best solutions
What we are looking for in you
- 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 colleagues
- 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 open source.
As the publisher of Ubuntu, we drive the global move to open source and recruit on a global basis, with a high standard for new hires.
Most colleagues have worked from home since 2004.
Working here challenges 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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