Software Engineer - Python - Container Images
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Software Engineer - Python - Container ImagesPosted 4 days agoFull timeDubai, AEJuniorSalary Range: To be discussedFull Job DescriptionSummaryCanonical is a leader in open source, known for Ubuntu. They develop container images, fostering global collaboration. Seeking engineers for innovative roles in tech development and community engagement.DescriptionCanonical 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 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 1100+ 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. Canonical is building a new generation of Ubuntu-based container images to simplify open-source application deployment across the world. These container images will be free to use with long-term security commitments, and engineered for performance, security, and usability.In this role, you'll be developing the tools and technology for building and maintaining this new generation of container images. You'll work with multiple teams to ensure we deliver container images with the highest quality whilst maintaining a seamless Ubuntu user experience.You will also be involved in the implementation and maintenance of the Continuous Integration and Continuous Delivery automation around these container images, for which you are expected to demonstrate deep insights into container-based DevOps. You will contribute to fast-moving products like Rocks (OCI images) and Chisel.You'll gain experience with numerous container technologies and participate in exciting tasks, where your feedback will be critical for the decision-making process. Your seniority will be based on your software development background and ability to lead junior team members.Come build a rewarding, meaningful career working with the best and brightest people in technology at Canonical. This is an exciting opportunity for experienced software engineers looking for a place to leave their mark, who are passionate about shaping an open source product with the highest quality!Location: EMEAThis role entails:Build robust, scalable, leading-edge container imagesWork on automated CI/CD processes for building, testing, and publishing our container imagesWrite tools and tests for assessing security compliance and cloud-native compatibilityWork in Python to deliver new functionalities to our container-building toolsParticipate in strong engineering processes through code and architectural reviewsProvide technical feedback for the team's decision-making processEngage with the open-source community as a subject-matter expertGrow our knowledge base and write documentationWork in a collaborative, agile, and globally distributed environmentMentor and help with hiringWork from home with global travel up to 15% for internal and external eventsWhat we are looking for in you:You are knowledgeable and passionate about software developmentYou are a team player and have experience in collaborative developmentYou have worked with CI/CD systems (e.g., Jenkins, GitHub Actions, Concourse CI, etc.)You have a track record of delivering timely, high-quality softwareYou have experience with container images and containerized operationsYou master at least one container management/orchestration tool (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes, etc.)You have significant experience with PythonYou are experienced with Linux systems administration and package managementYou have strong written and verbal communication skillsYou bring clarity to technical and engineering discussionsYou believe that sharing is caring, and knowledge is powerYour skills range from those of a Graduate to a mid-senior Software EngineerYou have a Bachelor's or equivalent in Computer Science, STEM, or a similar degreeWhat we offer you:We consider geographical location, experience, and performance in shaping compensation worldwide. We revisit compensation annually to ensure we recognize outstanding performance. In addition to base pay, we offer a performance-driven annual bonus.We provide all team members with additional benefits that reflect our values and ideals. We balance our programs to meet local needs and ensure fairness globally. 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 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, we are changing the world on a daily basis. 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. Canonical has been a remote-first company 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 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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