Software Engineer (Python/Linux/Packaging)

Jobgether; Remoto; EUR 59.000 - 77.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

A technology company is seeking a passionate Software Engineer (Python/Linux/Packaging) in Italy. This fully remote role focuses on building and maintaining tools that support developers in their workflows, contributing to the open-source community. Ideal candidates will have strong Python skills and experience with Linux, Docker, and automation tooling. The position also offers competitive salary, performance-driven bonuses, and professional growth opportunities within a global team.

Servizi

Competitive base salary

Fully remote work

Personal learning and development budget

Annual holiday leave

Employee Assistance Program

Opportunities for travel

Competenze

• Strong expertise in Python development.
• Understanding of GNU/Linux distributions and their architecture.
• Experience with container technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes.

Mansioni

• Design, develop, and maintain Python-based tools.
• Work with teams to improve developer workflows.
• Ensure high-quality, secure software that scales.

Conoscenze

Python development

GNU/Linux distributions knowledge

Build systems knowledge

Container technologies (Docker, Kubernetes, LXD)

CI/CD systems familiarity

Excellent communication skills

Ability to work independently

Descrizione del lavoro

This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Software Engineer (Python/Linux/Packaging) in Italy.

This role is ideal for a hands‑on engineer passionate about open‑source development, Linux systems, and automation tooling. You will work on critical software that supports developers in building, packaging, and publishing applications, containers, and operator bundles at scale. The position offers the opportunity to shape and improve developer workflows, contributing directly to widely‑used tools in the Linux ecosystem. You will collaborate with internal teams and the external open‑source community, ensuring robust, secure, and user‑friendly solutions. The role provides a fully remote, globally distributed environment with opportunities for professional growth and exposure to innovative technologies. Your work will impact thousands of developers and engineers worldwide, helping simplify software delivery across diverse platforms.

Accountabilities

• Design, develop, and maintain Python‑based tools for building, packaging, and publishing software (snaps, charms, and rocks)
• Work with internal teams and external communities to improve developer workflows and address user needs
• Ensure high‑quality, reliable, and secure software that scales across multiple environments
• Contribute to the evolution of build systems, automation pipelines, and CI/CD workflows
• Collaborate with peers to define and implement best practices for Linux software packaging and container technologies
• Participate in code reviews, testing, and debugging to maintain code quality and system reliability

Requirements

• Strong expertise in Python development
• In‑depth understanding of GNU/Linux distributions and their architecture
• Knowledge of build systems, toolchains, and cross‑compilation processes
• Experience with container technologies such as Docker, Kubernetes, and LXD
• Familiarity with CI/CD systems and open‑source development workflows
• Excellent communication skills to collaborate effectively with internal teams and external contributors
• Ability to work independently in a remote‑first, globally distributed environment
• Bonus: contributions to open‑source projects or prior experience in developer tooling, packaging, or automation

Benefits

• Competitive base salary, reviewed annually with potential performance‑driven bonuses
• Fully remote work environment with flexibility
• Personal learning and development budget of USD 2,000 per year
• Annual holiday leave and parental leave
• Employee Assistance Program
• Opportunities to travel to global team sprints
• Recognition rewards and career growth opportunities
• Priority Pass and travel upgrades for long‑haul company events

We appreciate your interest and wish you the best!