Linux System Engineer - QA, Tooling, Automation

Canonical; Milano; Remoto; EUR 43.000 - 61.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

A global tech firm is seeking an entry-level Linux System Engineer - QA to enhance quality across Ubuntu products. The role, fully remote, includes monitoring quality indicators, troubleshooting issues, and automating test cases. Ideal candidates should have a strong background in software engineering and proficiency in Python. The company offers competitive salary and a distributed work environment with an annual personal development budget.

Servizi

Personal learning and development budget

Annual compensation review

Recognition rewards

Holiday leave

Maternity and paternity leave

Employee Assistance Programme

Opportunity to travel

Priority Pass for travel upgrades

Competenze

• Strong software engineering, Linux, and open source background required.
• In-depth knowledge of Python and Shell scripting needed.
• Experience with C/C++ is a plus.

Mansioni

• Monitor indicators of quality across the Ubuntu ecosystem.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues in Ubuntu systems.
• Enhance continuous integration processes.
• Empower teams for better planning and quality improvements.

Conoscenze

Software engineering

Linux

Open source

Python

Shell scripting

C/C++

Troubleshooting skills

Continuous integration tools

Agile development

Descrizione del lavoro

Overview

Linux System Engineer - QA, Tooling, Automation role at Canonical.

Location: Globally remote. This is a remote-first role with teams distributed worldwide.

Responsibilities

• Monitor indicators of quality across the Ubuntu ecosystem and products
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues in Ubuntu Desktop, Ubuntu Server and Ubuntu Core
• Enhance our continuous integration to guard Ubuntu image, release and package quality
• Report on KPIs and analytical insights
• Empower other teams for better planning and constant quality improvements
• Develop, enhance and automate test cases, from unit tests to end-to-end multi-machine workloads
• Collaborate with multiple Ubuntu teams to drive quality excellence and implement metrics for quality

What we are looking for in you

• A strong software engineering, Linux, and open source background
• In-depth knowledge of Python and Shell scripting
• Experience with C/C++
• Excellent troubleshooting skills and experience working with others to identify, isolate and resolve issues
• Experience with quality processes and continuous integration tools
• Experience working in an agile development environment

Additional skills

Experience with Debian/Ubuntu based operating systems and a good understanding of Debian packaging and snaps is advantageous.

What we offer

• 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 for travel and travel upgrades for long haul company events

About Canonical

Canonical is a pioneering tech firm that publishes Ubuntu and leads in open source. We recruit on a global basis and set high standards for new hires. Canonical has been remote-first since 2004.

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Information Technology

Industries

Software Development

Canonical is an equal opportunity employer. We are proud to foster a workplace free from discrimination. We will give every applicant fair consideration.