Software Architect - Containers / Virtualisation

Canonical; San Francisco (CA); Remote; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative open-source software company is seeking a Software Architect specializing in Containers and Virtualization. This role involves leading the architecture and design of cutting-edge systems like LXD and MicroCloud, while mentoring a talented team. You'll be at the forefront of technology, developing in Golang and C, and ensuring the highest standards of security and performance. Join a forward-thinking organization that values diversity and supports remote work globally, offering competitive salaries, performance bonuses, and a robust learning budget. This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in the field of cloud infrastructure.

Benefits

Learning and development budget of USD 2,000/year

Competitive salary with annual review

Performance bonuses

Parental leave

Travel opportunities

Assistance programs

Distributed work environment

Qualifications

• Exceptional academic record and degree in Computer Science or STEM.
• Experience with Go and C, knowledge of storage and virtualization.

Responsibilities

• Lead the architecture of LXD and MicroCloud.
• Mentor and develop team members in software development.
• Review code ensuring security and performance.

Skills

Golang

C

Distributed Systems

Networking

Container Technologies

Linux (Debian or Ubuntu)

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Degree in Computer Science or STEM

Job description

Software Architect - Containers / Virtualisation

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About the role: We are hiring a software architect for Canonical LXD and MicroCloud. You will drive the architecture, design, and evolution of LXD, a modern Golang system container and virtual machine orchestrator, and MicroCloud, which combines LXD with Ceph and OVN for cloud infrastructure. The role involves leading the architecture, mentoring colleagues, developing in Golang and C, reviewing code, and ensuring security and performance.

Location: This is a home-based position available in EMEA and the Americas.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the architecture of LXD and MicroCloud
• Mentor and develop team members
• Develop software in Golang and C
• Review code and ensure security and performance
• Display technical leadership within Canonical and the community
• Travel twice annually for company events

Qualifications:

• Exceptional academic record and degree in Computer Science or STEM
• Experience with Go and C
• Knowledge of storage, networking, virtualization, and container technologies
• Experience with distributed systems and concurrency
• Proficiency in Linux (Debian or Ubuntu)
• Strong interpersonal skills, curiosity, flexibility, and accountability

What we offer:

• Distributed work environment with in-person team sprints
• Learning and development budget of USD 2,000/year
• Competitive salary with annual review and performance bonuses
• Additional benefits including leave, parental leave, assistance programs, and travel opportunities

About Canonical:

Canonical is a leading open-source software company, publisher of Ubuntu, and innovator in AI, IoT, and cloud technologies. We value diversity, excellence, and innovation, and support remote work globally.

Additional details:

Seniority level: Mid-Senior level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Engineering and IT

Industry: Software Development