Senior Software Engineer, MAAS Platform - Cloud Networking

Canonical Ltd.; Dubai; Hybrid; AED 240,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Distributed work environment with twiс

Personal learning and development USD

Job summary

Canonical is seeking experienced software engineers for the MAAS team to develop core components of the MAAS bare metal cloud system. You will work on performance at scale, networking, storage, and usability while collaborating with a globally distributed team.

This role requires international travel several times a year and offers a learning budget, annual reviews, and a vibrant, home-first culture where open source and collaboration are valued.

Qualifications

• Experience in Python or Go for backend or TypeScript/React for frontend roles.
• Strong Linux server technology knowledge including virtualization and containers.
• Familiarity with networking protocols and data centre infrastructure.
• Bachelor’s degree in CS, STEM or similar field; strong academic track record.

Responsibilities

• Develop MAAS core components and features to make MAAS the #1 bare metal cloud system.
• Shape MAAS architecture to be simpler, faster and easier to use.
• Collaborate with other teams to ensure MAAS integrates well with tools and releases on time.
• Contribute improvements to CI, tests and practices for fast feedback and coverage.
• Document current and existing features for operators and users.
• Provide technical communication and collaboration with other teams.
• Take ownership of problems and drive solutions.
• Travel internationally a few times a year to meet and collaborate with teams.

Skills

Python

Go

TypeScript

React

Linux

Networking

Cloud

Education

Bachelor’s or equivalent in Computer Science, STEM or similar degree

Tools

Launchpad

APT/dpkg

Snapcraft

KVM

LXC

IPMI/Redfish

Job description

Canonical is seeking experienced software engineers for the MAAS team to develop core components of the MAAS bare metal cloud system. You will work on performance at scale, networking, storage, and usability while collaborating with a globally distributed team.

This role requires international travel several times a year and offers a learning budget, annual reviews, and a vibrant, home-first culture where open source and collaboration are valued.