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Go Golang Software Engineer, Developer Tooling and Containers

Canonical
Remote
Full Time
Posted September 18, 2025
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Job Description

Canonical is seeking a Go/Golang Software Engineer to develop open-source developer tools that enhance workflows for software engineers working with Ubuntu, containers, and remote cloud resources, focusing on creating robust, user-friendly features for diverse development environments.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design the user experience of new features in the developer tooling
  • Write high-quality, robust, and correct code to implement new features
  • Ensure software addresses well-defined problems with performance, quality, and security considerations
  • Collaborate with internal and external teams to develop and improve the tool

Requirements

  • Professional software development experience using Go, Python, C, or C
  • Knowledge of Linux system-level fundamentals, such as cgroups and namespaces
  • An undergraduate degree in a technical subject or a compelling narrative about an alternative chosen path
  • Confidence to respectfully speak up, exchange feedback, and share ideas without hesitation
  • Professional written and spoken English with excellent presentation skills
  • Ability to travel internationally twice a year for company events up to two weeks long

Benefits & Perks

Compensation is based on geographical location, experience, and performance, with annual reviews and potential for more frequent reviews for graduates and associates
Performance-driven annual bonus or commission
Distributed work environment with twice-yearly in-person team sprints in interesting locations
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
Travel upgrades and Priority Pass for long-haul company events

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