almost 2 years ago
Taipei, TaiwanMid Level
Responsibilities
- Own and operate a fully automated server lab containing current server and network silicon
- Develop MAAS software in Python to support a broad range of server and network hardware
- Create MAAS integrations with testing and scheduling software such as Testflinger
- Manage the physical lab setup and execute changes directly or through remote hands
- Standardize lab processes, configurations, and procedures with engineers in other data centers
- Improve and extend automated hardware and network monitoring
- Maintain accurate and complete hardware asset records
- Update equipment firmware when appropriate or needed
- Interact with vendors and handle equipment deliveries
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Computer Science or Software Engineering
- Experience programming in Python
- Linux administration experience
- Experience with rack and virtual systems
- Clear and effective English communication skills
- Strong time management and ability to manage competing priorities
- Ability to work effectively with a globally distributed engineering team
- Exceptional academic track record from high school and preferably university
- Willingness to travel up to four times per year for internal events
Benefits
- Remote-based work with on-site lab work in Xizhi District, New Taipei City 4–6 days per calendar month
- Distributed work environment with twice-yearly in-person team sprints
- Personal learning and development budget of USD 2,000 per year
- Annual compensation review and recognition rewards
- Annual holiday leave, maternity and paternity leave, and Employee Assistance Programme
- Opportunity to travel to meet colleagues, including Priority Pass and travel upgrades for long-haul company events
About Canonical
Canonical publishes Ubuntu, a widely used Linux operating system for servers, cloud, desktops, and edge/IoT, along with tooling for containers, Kubernetes, OpenStack, and AI. It sells enterprise support, security maintenance, managed services, and certifications to businesses, governments, and hardware makers. Founded in 2004 and headquartered in London, the privately held company supplies Ubuntu images and tooling to major public clouds and silicon partners.