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Python Engineer - Data Center Hardware Integration Taipei

Canonical
Taipei, Taiwan
Full Time
Posted September 18, 2025
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Job Description

This role involves managing and automating a hardware lab for Ubuntu server certification, developing and extending server management tools using Python, and collaborating with a global team to improve hardware and network automation processes.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage and operate the lab for Ubuntu server certification, including hardware and software management.
  • Develop and expand automation tooling for data center operations using Python, including MAAS and testing integrations.
  • Oversee physical setup, maintenance, and organization of the lab environment.
  • Standardize processes, configurations, and procedures across data centers.
  • Enhance hardware and network monitoring through automation.
  • Update asset management tools and firmware as needed.

Requirements

  • The candidate must be based in Xizhi District, New Taipei City, and be willing to work on-site at the lab.
  • Bachelor's degree, preferably in Computer Science or Software Engineering.
  • Python programming experience.
  • Linux Administration experience.
  • Experience working with a mix of Rack and Virtual systems.
  • Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in English.
  • Strong time management skills.
  • Ability to manage competing priorities.
  • Ability to work with a globally distributed team of passionate engineers.
  • An exceptional academic track record from both high school and preferably university.
  • Willingness to travel up to 4 times a year for internal events.
  • Experience in managing and operating a fully automated server lab with the latest server and network silicon from leading vendors.
  • Experience in developing and expanding Metal as a Service (MAAS) software to work with a large variety of server and network hardware.
  • Experience in creating integrations with testing and scheduling software such as Testflinger.
  • Experience in managing the physical setup of a lab, ensuring it is well structured and tidy, and executing changes either self or through remote hands.
  • Experience in standardizing processes, configurations, and procedures in cooperation with engineers in other data centers.
  • Experience in improving and extending hardware and network monitoring through automation.
  • Experience in regularly updating asset management tools to ensure accuracy and completeness of hardware inventory.
  • Experience in updating equipment firmware when appropriate.

Benefits & Perks

Annual performance-driven bonus
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 for travel and travel upgrades for long haul company events

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