Software Engineer - Cloud Images

Canonical; Sherbrooke; Remote; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company at the forefront of open source innovation, where you'll work alongside top talent in technology. This role offers the chance to engage with leading cloud partners and contribute to the development of Ubuntu in the cloud. You'll be responsible for automating delivery pipelines and integrating cloud-native services, all while enjoying a flexible remote work environment. With opportunities for global travel and a commitment to learning and development, this position is perfect for passionate software engineers eager to make an impact in the tech world.

Benefits

Annual learning and development budget

Performance bonuses

Global travel opportunities

Employee Assistance Program

Parental leave

Recognition rewards

Holiday leave

Qualifications

• Experience in Python development on Linux is essential.
• Familiarity with public cloud technologies is required.

Responsibilities

• Build automated image delivery and testing pipelines.
• Design and integrate new features into Ubuntu for cloud users.

Skills

Python development

Linux systems administration

DevOps automation

Containers (Docker, Kubernetes)

APIs

Education

Bachelor's in Computer Science

STEM or related fields

Tools

Jenkins

Cloud platforms

Job description

This is an exciting opportunity for software engineers (all levels) passionate about Linux, cloud infrastructure, pipelines, automation, and open source software.

You will work closely with Amazon, Microsoft, Google, and other world-class cloud partners to make Ubuntu the best platform in the cloud. Your responsibilities will include build system development (using Python, Jenkins, and shell), implementing cloud-related features within Ubuntu Server, managing our continuous delivery pipelines, and engaging directly with partners. You will aim to automate the delivery of Ubuntu products across various workloads, from web servers to GPU-accelerated AI, and integrate our products with cloud-native services.

Join Canonical to build a rewarding career working with top talent in technology. You will combine software development with infrastructure delivery experience.

Please note: Currently, we are seeking candidates located in the Americas.

What you'll do

1. Build automated, reliable image delivery, testing, and publication pipelines
2. Design, develop, and integrate new features into Ubuntu for public cloud users
3. Collaborate proactively with a distributed team
4. Write high-quality code to develop new features
5. Design and architect complex systems and cloud integrations
6. Debug issues and produce high-quality fixes
7. Review code and participate in design discussions
8. Work remotely with global travel (2-4 weeks for events)
9. Engage with teams at Canonical, the open source community, and partners

Who you are

1. Passionate about technology and working with talented people
2. Curious, flexible, articulate, and responsible
3. Value soft skills and are passionate, enterprising, thoughtful, and self-motivated
4. Hold a Bachelor's or equivalent in Computer Science, STEM, or related fields
5. Practical experience with public clouds
6. Interest and experience with at least three of: containers (Docker, Kubernetes), DevOps automation, open source projects, APIs, Linux systems administration, Python packaging, cloud applications
7. Experience in Python development on Linux

What we offer

• Distributed work environment with biannual in-person team sprints
• USD 2,000 annual learning and development budget
• Annual compensation review and performance bonuses
• Additional benefits reflecting our values
• Global travel opportunities to meet colleagues
• Recognition rewards, holiday leave, parental leave, Employee Assistance Program, and travel perks

About Canonical

Canonical leads in open source innovation, publishing Ubuntu and supporting AI, IoT, and cloud platforms. We hire globally, uphold high standards, and have been a remote-first company since 2004. Working here challenges you to think differently, learn new skills, and excel.

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion, ensuring fair consideration regardless of background or identity.