Junior Software Engineer - Cross-platform C++ - Multipass

Canonical; Moncton; Remote; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A pioneering open source tech company is looking for a Software Engineer to enhance the user experience of Multipass, a local cloud environment for Ubuntu. The role requires expertise in modern C++, cross-platform development, and collaboration in a remote, distributed team. Canonical offers a competitive compensation package with growth opportunities, focusing on code quality and user satisfaction.

Benefits

USD 2,000 annual learning and development budget

Recognition rewards

Opportunities for travel and meet colleagues

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Expertise in modern C++ development required.
• Experience with cross-platform development essential.
• High standards for coding, testing, and design expected.

Responsibilities

• Designing, mentoring, and coding for the Multipass project.
• Ensuring Multipass is easy and intuitive to use.
• Writing high-quality code and fixing bugs.

Skills

C++

Cross-platform development

Software testing

Code quality

Communication

Education

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

Tools

Hypervisor technologies (Hyper-V, VirtualBox, KVM, QEMU)

CI systems

Job description

Use your deep C++ skills on Windows and MacOS to build an open source developer experience with Multipass, a workstation mini-cloud providing Ubuntu and appliance VMs on demand for build, test, and prototyping. The Multipass team is hiring a Software Engineer to join our distributed team. We value code quality and user experience.

Multipass is available for macOS, Windows, and Linux. It allows you to launch VMs easily, similar to cloud services like AWS, Azure, or GCP. The goal is to provide developers with a local cloud environment for building, testing cloud appliances, or running cloud-init scripts, free of charge. It can also be used as a build farm on shared servers.

As a Software Engineer, you will play a leadership role in designing, mentoring, reviewing, and coding.

Location: This is a remote position available in the EMEA region only.

What you will focus on

• Ensuring Multipass is easy and intuitive to use
• Architecting new features and designing the user experience
• Writing high-quality code to develop features and fix bugs
• Reviewing code and architecture as part of Canonical's engineering process
• Collaborating proactively with a distributed team
• Debugging, tracking down, and fixing user issues
• Fostering the open source community and supporting customers when needed
• Traveling internationally up to two weeks twice a year for company events

What we are looking for in you

• Cross-platform development experience on macOS and/or Windows
• Expertise in modern C++ development
• Experience with software testing and test-driven development
• High standards for code quality, testing, and design
• Knowledge of hypervisor technologies like Hyper-V, VirtualBox, KVM, QEMU
• Open source experience and involvement
• Knowledge of CI systems is a plus
• Ability to learn quickly about new systems and techniques
• Excellent communication skills in English, both verbal and written
• Bachelor's or equivalent in Computer Science, STEM, or similar degree

What we offer you

We offer a competitive, performance-driven compensation package, including annual reviews, bonuses, and benefits tailored to local needs. Additional benefits include:

• Distributed work environment with twice-yearly in-person team sprints
• USD 2,000 annual learning and development budget
• Recognition rewards, annual leave, maternity/paternity leave
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Opportunities to travel and meet colleagues
• Travel upgrades for company events

About Canonical

Canonical is a pioneering open source tech company, publisher of Ubuntu. We are committed to excellence and have been remote-first since 2004. Working here offers a chance to think differently, learn new skills, and grow professionally.

Canonical is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity, fostering a workplace free from discrimination.