Software Engineer - Python - Cloud - graduate level
CanonicalRemote
Full Time
Posted December 1, 2025
Not Specified
Remote
Apply Now
Application opens on company website
Job Description
A Software Engineer at Canonical develops, tests, and releases improvements to the Ubuntu operating system, focusing on cloud images and ensuring high quality and interoperability across diverse environments. The role involves collaboration with global teams, open source contributions, and engaging with a wide range of end users.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop, test, and release improvements to Ubuntu on public clouds
- Collaborate with distributed teams and cloud partners on Ubuntu image development
- Create and manage Ubuntu images, including configuring apt and deb packaging
- Write high-quality, tested code in Python to add new features and fix issues
- Debug issues and review code produced by other engineers
- Communicate with users to ensure their needs are met and gather feedback
- Contribute to open source Python projects and engage with the open source community
- Participate in community coordination, documentation, and quality assurance efforts
Requirements
- Proven experience in developing, testing, and releasing software improvements for Ubuntu or similar Linux-based operating systems.
- Excellent Python programming skills, with a demonstrated ability to write high-quality, maintainable, and well-tested code.
- Experience in creating and managing Ubuntu images, including configuring apt, and knowledge of deb packaging and general system administration is advantageous.
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Computer Science, STEM, or a similar field.
- Extensive experience working with Python on Linux systems.
- Interest in and experience with two or more of the following areas: Ubuntu Linux systems administration, continuous integration, end-system contract management, Debian packaging, working with public or on-premise clouds.
- Ability to collaborate proactively with a distributed team and communicate effectively with team members and users.
- Ability to write unit and functional tests for new features, debug issues, and produce high-quality code to fix them.
- Willingness to work from home with the ability to travel internationally 2 to 4 weeks per year for internal and external events.
Benefits & Perks
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
Performance-driven annual bonus or commission
Ready to Apply?
Join Canonical and make an impact in renewable energy
Stay Updated on Sustainability Jobs
Get the latest renewable energy jobs and career tips delivered to your inbox.
Job Alerts
Get notified about new sustainability jobs
More at Canonical
More jobs at Canonical
Sales Development Representative Arabic Speaker
Canonical
Remote
Full Time
4d
Software Engineer - Python Golang - Kubernetes
Canonical
Remote
Full Time
4d
Graduate Sales Development Representative UK
Canonical
Remote
Full Time
6d
More jobs in Remote
Sr. Product Marketing Manager - Smart Trailers
Samsara
NEW
Remote
Full Time
9h
$102k-172k
Relationship Specialist, West Coast
Palmetto Clean Tech
NEW
Remote
Full Time
2d
Relationship Specialist, West Coast
Palmetto Clean Technology
NEW
Remote
Full Time
2d