Postes à San Luis Potosi, Mexique

C, Golang Software Engineer working on dqlite, a Raft extension for SQLite

Home based - EMEA

Canonical is a leading provider of open source software and operating systems. Our platform, Ubuntu, is widely used in enterprise initiatives across public cloud, data science, AI, engineering innovation and IoT. We partner with world-leading public cloud and silicon providers and industry leaders. Canonical is a remote-first company with global teams; many roles are not office-based and teams meet in person a few times per year.

We are hiring a software developer to focus on dqlite, our distributed SQLite database which uses our Raft library for consensus and replication. Dqlite is available as a pure C library or through a Go package, with bindings planned for Python and other languages. You will design and implement enhancements to the libraft, dqlite and go-dqlite components used in MicroK8s, LXD and other projects, and respond to issues and user inquiries.

This is a role with meaningful impact on modern computing technologies. Canonical offers a fast-paced team environment and substantial opportunities for learning and development.

Location: This is a remote position available in EMEA

• Design and implement features across dqlite
• Debug and fix issues encountered by users
• Improve Jepsen tests, traditional HA database automated testing and stress tests
• Participate in engineering process through code and architectural review
• Engage with the open source community and commercial partners

• Experience with distributed systems (preferably with Raft)
• Strong C programming experience
• Understanding of asynchronous programming and concurrency patterns is a plus
• Ability to learn quickly about new systems and techniques
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Bachelor’s or equivalent in Computer Science, STEM or similar degree

Compensation is guided by geography, experience and performance. We offer a performance-driven annual bonus and a comprehensive set of benefits aligned to local needs. We provide a personal development budget and opportunities for travel and in-person team events where applicable.

• 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

Canonical is a pioneering tech firm at the forefront of the global move to open source. As the publishers of Ubuntu, we enable AI, IoT and cloud initiatives worldwide. We recruit globally and uphold high standards for new hires. Canonical has been remote-first since 2004. Working here challenges you to think differently, work smarter, learn new skills, and raise your game.

Canonical is committed to equal employment opportunity. We do not discriminate on the basis of protected characteristics in accordance with applicable law.