Software Architect - Containers / Virtualisation

Canonical; Baltimore (MD); Remote; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Canonical is seeking a Software Architect specializing in Containers and Virtualization. This senior-level role involves leading the architecture of LXD and MicroCloud, mentoring team members, and developing in Go and C. The position supports a distributed work environment with opportunities for professional growth and annual compensation reviews.

Benefits

Learning and development budget of USD 2,000/year

Annual compensation review and performance bonuses

Comprehensive benefits including leave and parental leave

Travel opportunities for company events

Qualifications

• Experience with Go and C programming.
• Knowledge of storage, networking, virtualization, and container technology.
• Experience with Linux systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead the architecture of LXD and MicroCloud.
• Mentor and develop team members.
• Review code and ensure security and performance.

Skills

Networking

Virtualization

Container Technology

Distributed Systems

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Strong academic background in Computer Science or STEM

Tools

Golang

C

Linux (Debian or Ubuntu)

Job description

Software Architect - Containers / Virtualisation

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About the role

We are hiring a software architect for Canonical LXD and MicroCloud, focusing on making clusters of compute, with system containers or virtual machines, "just work". This involves distributed systems, virtualisation, container technology, networking, and storage. The role includes driving architecture, design, and evolution of LXD and MicroCloud.

Responsibilities

• Lead the architecture of LXD and MicroCloud
• Mentor and develop team members
• Develop in Golang and C
• Review code and ensure security and performance
• Display technical leadership in Canonical and communities
• Work remotely with biannual travel for company events

Qualifications

• Strong academic background in Computer Science or STEM
• Experience with Go and C programming
• Knowledge of storage, networking, virtualization, container tech, and distributed systems
• Experience with Linux (Debian or Ubuntu)
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Location

Home-based in EMEA or the Americas.

What we offer

• Distributed work environment with in-person team sprints
• Learning and development budget of USD 2,000/year
• Annual compensation review and performance bonuses
• Comprehensive benefits including leave, parental leave, and travel opportunities

About Canonical

Canonical is a leader in open source software, publishing Ubuntu, and innovating in AI, IoT, and cloud. We hire globally, value excellence, and support remote work.

Employment details

• Senior level, full-time position
• In the field of Engineering and IT, in Software Development industry