Software Engineer - Python​/Golang - Kubernetes

Canonical is a leading provider of open source software and operating systems to the global enterprise and technology markets. Our platform, Ubuntu, is widely used in breakthrough enterprise initiatives such as public cloud, data science, AI, engineering innovation and IoT. We are hiring a software engineer to join our Kubernetes product team, building operators and addons that provide lifecycle management and a zero‑ops experience for seamless Kubernetes integration.

Remote – available in EMEA and the Americas.

• Write high‑quality code to create new features
• Debug issues and interact with a vibrant community
• Collaborate proactively with a distributed team
• Work with talented engineers including experts in many fields
• Work from home with global travel 2 to 4 weeks for internal and external events

• Golang developer fluent in Python
• Experience with Kubernetes
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Bachelor’s or equivalent in Computer Science, STEM or similar degree
• Love technology and working with brilliant people

We consider geographical location, experience, and performance in shaping compensation worldwide. We revisit compensation annually (and more often for graduates and associates) to ensure we recognise outstanding performance. In addition to base pay, we offer a performance‑driven annual bonus. We provide all team members with additional benefits, which reflect our values and ideals. We balance our programs to meet local needs and ensure fairness globally.

• 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
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Opportunity to travel to new locations to meet colleagues
• Priority Pass and travel upgrades for long‑haul company events

Canonical is a pioneering tech firm at the forefront of the global move to open source. As the company that publishes Ubuntu, one of the most important open source projects, we are changing the world on a daily basis. We recruit on a global basis and set a very high standard for people joining the company. Canonical has been a remote‑first company since its inception in 2004.

We are proud to foster a workplace free from discrimination. Diversity of experience, perspectives, and background create a better work environment and better products. Whatever your identity, we will give your application fair consideration.