Senior Software Engineer - packaging - optimize Ubuntu Server

Senior Software Engineer - Packaging - Optimize Ubuntu Server Join Canonical as a Senior Software Engineer - Packaging - Optimize Ubuntu Server and contribute to the future of open source software. Our Ubuntu platform is widely used in enterprise cloud, data science, AI, and Io T sectors. We are a global, distributed team committed to innovation and excellence.Role Responsibilities: Collaborate proactively within a distributed team.Foster a seamless user experience for Ubuntu users through ecosystem development.Evaluate contributions to maintain high-quality standards.Shape Ubuntu's future with new ideas and strategic advice.Work with Ubuntu and Debian communities, upstream projects, and customers.Maintain Ubuntu Server packages, including web servers, databases, virtualization, containers, package management, dependencies, language runtimes, and toolchains.Travel 2-4 weeks annually for internal and external events.Candidate Requirements: Passion for technology and collaboration with talented teams.Curious, flexible, articulate, and accountable.Strong soft skills; passionate, enterprising, thoughtful, self-motivated.Experience or interest in open source contributions and maintenance.Ability to handle complex workloads, write detailed test plans, and reproduce issues.Proficiency in multiple languages such as C/C++, Python, Rust, Go, Ruby, PHP.Experience with packaging ecosystems (e.g., Python wheels, Rust Crates, Go Modules, deb, rpm).Experience creating and using containers and VMs.Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field, or 5+ years professional experience.What We Offer: Distributed work environment with biannual in-person team sprints.USD 2,000 annual learning and development budget.Annual compensation review and performance bonuses.Comprehensive benefits including holiday, maternity/paternity leave, Employee Assistance Program, travel opportunities, and more.About Canonical: Canonical leads in open source innovation, publishing Ubuntu, a key platform for AI, Io T, and cloud. We are a remote-first, globally distributed company committed to excellence and diversity. Join us to work smarter, learn new skills, and make an impact in the tech industry. #J-18808-Ljbffr