Golang System Software Engineer - Containers Virtualisation
CanonicalRemote
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Posted January 20, 2026
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Job Description
Canonical is seeking a Golang software engineer to develop system-level code for cloud infrastructure, focusing on data modeling, storage, and low-level integration between APIs and container/virtual machine management libraries in a remote, global team environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Design, implement, and document system-level Go code
- Model data, design database schema, and implement data storage in a dqlite SQL database
- Maintain code quality through static analysis, unit, and system tests
- Collaborate proactively with a distributed team to discuss ideas and find solutions
Requirements
- Experience programming in Go and C
- Knowledgeable in networking and storage technologies
- Experience with two or more of cloud computing, virtualisation, containers, distributed systems, open source community
- Bachelor's or equivalent degree in Computer Science, STEM, or a similar field
Benefits & Perks
Compensation is based on geographical location, experience, and performance, with annual reviews and performance-driven bonuses
Work from home with global travel 2 to 4 weeks per year for internal and external events
Distributed work environment with twice-yearly in-person team sprints
Personal learning and development budget of USD 2,000 per year
Annual compensation review
Recognition rewards
Annual holiday leave
Maternity and paternity leave
Employee Assistance Programme
Opportunity to travel to new locations to meet colleagues
Priority Pass and travel upgrades for long haul company events
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