Software Engineer - Cross-platform C++ - Multipass

Canonical; Puebla de Zaragoza; A distancia; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Join a global leader in open source as a Software Engineer. You will use your deep C++ skills to enhance an intuitive developer experience with Multipass, a local cloud solution. This remote position encourages innovation and collaboration as we build cutting-edge solutions in a dynamic environment.

Servicios

Annual learning and development budget of USD 2,000

Recognition rewards and annual holiday leave

Maternity and paternity leave

Employee Assistance Programme

Opportunities for travel

Formación

• Expertise in modern C++ development.
• Experience with hypervisor technologies.
• Open source experience and involvement.

Responsabilidades

• Ensure Multipass is easy and intuitive to use.
• Architect new features and design the user experience.
• Review code and architecture as part of Canonical's engineering process.

Conocimientos

C++

Cross-platform development

Software testing

Test-driven development

Communication skills

Educación

Bachelor's or equivalent in Computer Science

Herramientas

Hyper-V

VirtualBox

KVM

QEMU

Descripción del empleo

Use your deep C++ skills on Windows and MacOS to build an open source developer experience with Multipass, a workstation mini-cloud providing Ubuntu and appliance VMs on demand for build, test, and prototyping. The Multipass team is hiring a Software Engineer to join our distributed team. We value code quality and user experience.

Multipass is available for macOS, Windows, and Linux. It allows users to launch VMs easily with commands like multipass launch, simulating a cloud environment locally. Developers can run builds, test cloud appliances, or deploy cloud-init scripts without charge, serving as a local build farm or testing environment.

As a Software Engineer, you will play a leadership role in designing, mentoring, reviewing, and coding.

Location: Remote position available in the EMEA region only.

What you will focus on

• Ensure Multipass is easy and intuitive to use
• Architect new features and design the user experience
• Write high-quality code to create new features and fix bugs
• Review code and architecture as part of Canonical's engineering process
• Collaborate proactively with a distributed team
• Debug, track down, and fix issues encountered by users
• Foster the open source community and support customers when needed
• Travel internationally up to two weeks, twice a year, for company events

What we are looking for in you

• Cross-platform development experience on macOS and/or Windows
• Expertise in modern C++ development
• Experience with software testing and test-driven development
• High standards for code quality, testing, and design
• Knowledge of hypervisor technologies such as Hyper-V, VirtualBox, KVM, and QEMU
• Open source experience and involvement
• Knowledge of CI systems is a plus
• Ability to learn quickly about new systems and techniques
• Excellent communication skills in English, both verbal and written
• Bachelor's or equivalent in Computer Science, STEM, or similar degree

What we offer you

We offer a competitive compensation package, including annual reviews, performance bonuses, and benefits reflecting our values. Our offerings include:

• Distributed work environment with biannual in-person team sprints
• USD 2,000 annual learning and development budget
• Recognition rewards and annual holiday leave
• Maternity and paternity leave
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Opportunities for travel and meeting colleagues
• Travel upgrades for company events

About Canonical

Canonical is a leader in open source, publishing Ubuntu and driving innovation in AI, IoT, and cloud platforms. We are a remote-first company since 2004, committed to excellence, diversity, and inclusion. Join us to work at the forefront of technology in a stimulating environment.

Canonical is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in the workplace.