Software Engineer - Python - Ubuntu Pro client - graduate level

Canonical; Portland (ME); Remote; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual personal learning budget of USD 2,000

Generous leave policies including parental leave

Wellness programs and travel opportunities

Job summary

Canonical is seeking a Software Engineer to enhance the Ubuntu Pro client, a vital tool for managing security and support services. This entry-level position involves coding, debugging, and collaborating with global teams in a fully remote environment, offering opportunities for professional growth and travel.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience with Python on Linux.
• Interest in Ubuntu Linux administration and cloud environments.
• Engagement in open source community is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with a distributed team.
• Write high-quality code with tests.
• Debug issues and produce fixes.

Skills

Python

Linux

Communication

Self-motivation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field

Job description

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About the role

Canonical is a leading provider of open source software and operating systems to the global enterprise and technology markets. Our platform, Ubuntu, is widely used in enterprise initiatives such as public cloud, data science, AI, engineering innovation, and IoT. We have a diverse, global team of over 1200 colleagues across more than 75 countries, with few office-based roles, emphasizing remote collaboration and annual in-person meetings.

We are hiring a Software Engineer to develop, test, and improve the Ubuntu Pro client, a critical command-line tool that manages security and support services for Ubuntu systems, used by millions worldwide. You will collaborate with various teams and partners, ensuring the client’s quality and stability, particularly its interactions with Ubuntu package management.

Responsibilities

1. Collaborate proactively with a distributed team
2. Write high-quality code, with unit and functional tests, to develop new features
3. Debug issues and produce high-quality fixes
4. Review code from other engineers
5. Contribute ideas and investigate solutions
6. Work remotely, with global travel 2-4 weeks per year for events

Ideal candidate

• Passionate about technology and working with talented teams
• Curious, flexible, articulate, and accountable
• Value soft skills such as communication, thoughtfulness, and self-motivation
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Computer Science, STEM, or related field
• Extensive experience with Python on Linux
• Interest or experience with Ubuntu Linux administration, CI, Debian packaging, or cloud environments
• Open source community engagement is a plus

What we offer

• Distributed work environment with biannual in-person team sprints
• Annual personal learning budget of USD 2,000
• Regular compensation reviews and recognition rewards
• Generous leave policies, including parental leave
• Wellness programs and travel opportunities

About Canonical

Canonical is at the forefront of open source innovation, publishing Ubuntu, a key platform for AI, IoT, and cloud solutions. We recruit globally, uphold high standards, and promote a diverse, inclusive workplace where remote work has been the norm since 2004.

Additional details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Engineering and IT
• Industry: Software Development