The MLOps Field Engineer at Canonical is responsible for designing and deploying AI and machine learning infrastructure solutions for enterprise customers, working closely with sales and technical teams to solve complex data architecture challenges using open source tools, cloud platforms, and Kubernetes.
Key Responsibilities
Design and architect cloud infrastructure solutions for customers using technologies like Kubernetes, Kubeflow, OpenStack, and Spark
Deploy, test, and hand over cloud solutions on-premise or in public cloud environments such as AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud
Collect customer requirements and advise on open source applications and infrastructure to meet their needs
Develop Kubernetes operators and Linux infrastructure-as-code using Python
Deliver presentations and demonstrations of AI/ML capabilities and open source solutions to clients
Collaborate with sales and product teams to influence roadmaps and achieve business targets
Work hands-on with Linux, virtualization, containers, and networking across the entire Linux stack
Travel internationally up to 30% for customer meetings, events, and internal team activities
Requirements
Exceptional academic track record from both high school and university, or a compelling narrative about an alternative chosen path
Undergraduate degree in a technical subject or equivalent experience demonstrating relevant knowledge
Experience in data engineering, MLOps, or big data solutions deployment
Experience with a relevant programming language, such as Python, R, or Rust
Practical knowledge of Linux, virtualization, containers, and networking
Knowledge of cloud computing concepts including Kubernetes, AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud
Intermediate level Python programming skills
Experience with Linux Debian or Ubuntu preferred
Ability to collect customer business requirements and advise on Ubuntu and relevant open source applications
Ability to deliver presentations and demonstrations of Ubuntu Pro and AI ML capabilities to prospective and current clients
Ability to liaise with product teams to give feedback on requirements to influence roadmap
Ability to work collaboratively with sales teams to reach targets
Willingness to travel internationally up to 30% of the time for internal, external events, and customer meetings
Excellent written and spoken English with strong presentation skills
Strong interpersonal skills, curiosity, flexibility, and accountability
Result-oriented with a personal drive to follow up and meet commitments
Self-motivated and able to jump into new projects and interact with people effectively
Ability to work in a multi-cultural, multi-national organization with appreciation for diversity
Willingness and ability to travel for company events up to two weeks long
Demonstrated personal interest in continuous learning and development
Confidence to respectfully speak up, exchange feedback, and share ideas without hesitation
Work ethic and confidence to shine alongside motivated colleagues
Benefits & Perks
Compensation/salary range is based on experience, performance, and location, with annual reviews and performance-driven bonuses or commissions
Distributed work environment with most colleagues working from home
Global travel up to 30% for internal, external events, and customer meetings
Personal learning and development budget of USD 2,000 per year
Annual holiday leave
Maternity and paternity leave
Recognition rewards
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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