Golang System Software Engineer - Containers / Virtualisation

Canonical; London; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in cloud computing is hiring a Golang System Software Engineer to work on low-level code for managing containers and virtual machines. The role focuses on implementing system-level Go code and database management, offering opportunities for significant impact in a collaborative global setting.

Benefits

Personal learning and development budget of USD 2,000 per year

Annual compensation review

Maternity and paternity leave

Employee Assistance Programme

Opportunity to travel to new locations

Qualifications

• Experience in programming with Go and C.
• Knowledge in networking and storage technologies.
• Experience with cloud computing, virtualisations, and open-source communities.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and document system-level Go code.
• Model data and design database schema.
• Maintain code quality through tests.

Skills

Programming in Go

Networking technologies

Cloud computing

Virtualisation

Distributed systems

Education

Bachelor’s in Computer Science

Job description

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Golang System Software Engineer - Containers / Virtualisation, London

Client: Canonical

Location: London, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 0bb243d7e454

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Posted: 22.06.2025

Expiry Date: 06.08.2025

Job Description:

We are hiring a Golang software engineer to work on the low level Go codebase sitting between our REST API and the low level C libraries used to manage containers and virtual machines. We are looking for system-level developers with experience in design and data management/modeling.

The LXD team is responsible for the design, development, and evolution of LXD, a modern system container and virtual machine manager that is widely used on Ubuntu, ChromeOS, and other Linux platforms. LXD components span the entire software stack from low-level kernel features to the upper level management REST API and CLI.

This is an opportunity for someone who wants to have a meaningful impact on modern cloud computing technologies. Canonical offers a fun, fast-paced team environment and a career full of learning and development.

Location: This is a remote position available in EMEA and the Americas.

What you will focus on

• Design, implement, and document system level Go code
• Model data, design database schema, and implement data storage in a dqlite (SQL) database
• Maintain code quality through static analysis, unit, and system tests
• Collaborate proactively with a distributed team
• Discuss ideas and collaborate on finding good solutions
• Work from home with global travel 2 to 4 weeks/year for internal and external events

What we are looking for in you

• You have experience programming in Go and C
• You are knowledgeable in networking and storage technologies
• You have experience with two or more of: cloud computing, virtualisation, containers, distributed systems, open source community
• You are curious, flexible, articulate, and accountable
• You value soft skills and are enterprising, thoughtful, and self-motivated
• You have a bachelor’s or equivalent in Computer Science, STEM, or similar degree

What we offer you

We consider geographical location, experience, and performance in shaping compensation worldwide. We revisit compensation annually (and more often for graduates and associates) to ensure we recognize outstanding performance. In addition to base pay, we offer a performance-driven annual bonus. We provide all team members with additional benefits, which reflect our values and ideals. We balance our programs to meet local needs and ensure fairness globally.

• Distributed work environment with twice-yearly team sprints in person
• Personal learning and development budget of USD 2,000 per year
• Annual compensation review
• Recognition rewards
• Annual holiday leave
• Maternity and paternity leave
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Opportunity to travel to new locations to meet colleagues
• Priority Pass, and travel upgrades for long haul company events