Remote Microservices Engineer — API & Scale (Go/Python)

Canonical; Remote; CAD 70,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A global open-source software leader is seeking talented software engineers to join their expanding microservices teams. The ideal candidates will have expertise in building scalable applications, particularly with Python and Go. This role emphasizes collaboration in a distributed team and the ability to design APIs for high-quality software. Canonical offers extensive remote work opportunities, an annual bonus, and a commitment to personal development through a $2,000 learning budget.

Benefits

Personal learning and development budget

Annual compensation review

Recognition rewards

Maternity and paternity leave

Employee Assistance Programme

Opportunity to travel to meet colleagues

Priority Pass for travel upgrades

Qualifications

• Exceptional academic track record from both high school and university.
• Drive and a track record of going above expectations.
• Continuous integration and continuous delivery experience.
• History of writing modern, maintainable software.

Responsibilities

• Write high-quality, well-designed software that works at scale.
• Design APIs and software architecture for review.
• Build and maintain reliable, fault-tolerant applications.
• Collaborate proactively with a distributed team.
• Debug issues and produce high-quality solutions.

Skills

Proficiency in Python

Proficiency in Go

Excellent communication skills

Experience with Linux (Debian or Ubuntu)

Experience with relational and non-relational database systems

Familiarity with container tech (LXD, Docker, Kubernetes)

Education

Undergraduate degree in Computer Science or STEM

Job description

A global open-source software leader is seeking talented software engineers to join their expanding microservices teams. The ideal candidates will have expertise in building scalable applications, particularly with Python and Go. This role emphasizes collaboration in a distributed team and the ability to design APIs for high-quality software. Canonical offers extensive remote work opportunities, an annual bonus, and a commitment to personal development through a $2,000 learning budget.