Software Engineer - Python - Container Images

Canonical is a leading provider of open source software and operating systems to the global enterprise and technology markets. In this role, you’ll be building and maintaining an ever-growing portfolio of container images while working with multiple teams to ensure these are of the highest quality and offer a seamless Ubuntu user experience. An exciting opportunity for experienced software engineers looking for a place to leave their mark!

• Build robust, scalable, leading-edge container images
• Work on automated CI/CD processes for building, testing and publishing our container images
• Write tools and tests for assessing security compliance and cloud-native compatibility
• Participate in strong engineering process through code and architectural review
• Contribute to the improvement of our Python- and Go-based container-building tools
• Provide technical feedback for the team’s decision-making process
• Engage with the open-source community as a subject-matter expert
• Grow our knowledge base and write documentation
• Mentor and help hiring

• Experience with CI/CD systems (e.g. Jenkins, GitHub Actions, Concourse CI)
• Familiarity with GitOps principles and workflows
• Experience building container images
• Master at least one container management/orchestration tool (e.g. Docker, Kubernetes)
• Experience with Python
• Experience with Linux systems administration and package management
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Bachelor’s or equivalent in Computer Science, STEM or a similar degree

• Performance-driven annual bonus or commission
• Personal learning and development budget of USD 2,000 per year
• Annual compensation review
• Recognition rewards
• Annual holiday leave
• Maternity and paternity leave
• Team Member Assistance Program & Wellness Platform
• Opportunity to travel to new locations to meet colleagues