Canonical

Software Engineer (Python/Linux/Packaging)

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almost 2 years ago
Remote, WorldwideMid Level
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Responsibilities

  • Design and maintain specialist Python tools for the developer build and publication process.
  • Develop tooling for building snaps, charms, and rocks, including OCI images.
  • Extend the snap build ecosystem using languages, toolchains, frameworks, integrations, and CI systems.
  • Work with external open source and commercial projects to understand and address community needs.

Requirements

  • Expertise in Python.
  • Strong understanding of the makeup of a modern GNU/Linux distribution.
  • Good understanding of build systems and toolchains, including cross-compilation.
  • Experience working with container technology such as Docker, Kubernetes, and LXD.
  • Familiarity with languages, toolchains, frameworks, integrations, and CI systems.

Benefits

  • Fully remote working environment.
  • Personal learning and development budget of 2,000USD per annum.
  • Annual compensation review and recognition rewards.
  • Annual holiday leave, parental leave, and Employee Assistance Programme.
  • Opportunity to travel to new locations to meet colleagues at sprints.
  • Priority Pass for travel and travel upgrades for long-haul company events.

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About Canonical

1,001-5,000 employees

Canonical, the publisher of Ubuntu, provides open source security, support and services. Our portfolio covers critical systems, from the smallest devices to the largest clouds, from the kernel to containers, from databases to AI. With customers that include top tech brands, emerging startups, governments and home users, Canonical delivers trusted open source for everyone.

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