Canonical is a leading provider of open source software and operating systems to the global enterprise and technology markets.
Requirements
You design and architect scalable backend services, messaging/data pipelines, and REST APIs using Go or Python, guiding best practices, technical direction, and system scalability.
You possess deep expertise in cybersecurity principles and proactively address the complex challenges of IoT environments: secure connectivity, data streaming, governance, and compliance.
You bring proven expertise in designing and optimizing systems using: IAM models, encryption, access control, and compliance frameworks (GDPR, HIPAA) to ensure secure and compliant data handling Ability to design decentralized data ownership models, ensuring interoperability and governance across domains Designing high-throughput, low-latency systems for IoT data processing Data streaming technologies (MQTT, Kafka, RabbitMQ) Observability tools (OpenTelemetry) Industrial/engineering data exchange protocols (OPC-UA, ModBus)
You thrive in cross-functional environments, partnering with product teams, engineers, and stakeholders to drive high-impact technical solutions that align with business objectives.
You mentor junior engineers, foster technical excellence, and contribute to a culture of innovation, continuous improvement, and knowledge sharing.
You embrace challenges with an open mind, continuously seeking opportunities to learn, improve, and innovate in a rapidly evolving IoT landscape.
You are familiar with Ubuntu as a development and deployment platform.
You hold a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Computer Science, STEM, or a related field.
You are willing to travel up to 4 times a year for internal events.
Benefits & Perks
We consider geographical location, experience, and performance in shaping compensation worldwide. We revisit compensation annually (and more often for graduates and associates) to ensure we recognize outstanding performance. In addition to base pay, we offer a performance-driven annual bonus or commission. We provide all team members with additional benefits which reflect our values and ideals. We balance our programs to meet local needs and ensure fairness globally.
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
Team Member Assistance Program & Wellness Platform
Opportunity to travel to new locations to meet colleagues
Priority Pass and travel upgrades for long-haul company events
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