Senior Software Engineer; Backend Job Dubai Dubai UAE/Dubai,Software Development

Position: Senior Software Engineer (Backend)

Senior Software Engineer (Backend)

Join Canonical, a leading open‑source provider of the Ubuntu operating system, to shape the future of open‑source collaboration on the Launchpad platform.

Location: Remote role within the EMEA region.

Responsibilities

Influencing and driving design, architecture, and feature decisions across distributed teams to ensure high‑impact solutions.
Crafting exception

API‑first Python code with unit tests, delivering robust, well‑structured systems that scale.
Diagnosing and resolving complex technical challenges, implementing high‑quality fixes that enhance performance and reliability.
Mentoring and uplifting fellow engineers, leading code reviews that reinforce best practices and elevate team excellence.
Enjoying the freedom of remote work while staying globally engaged, traveling internationally 2 to 4 times a year to collaborate in key internal discussions and industry‑leading external events.

Qualifications

You love technology, working with brilliant people, and solving interesting problems.
You are a strategic thinker who thrives on solving complex challenges and driving innovation.
You are curious, adaptable, and articulate with strong leadership and collaboration skills.
You have proven technical excellence in Python development and delivering high‑quality, production‑ready code.
You have expertise in maintaining and improving large‑scale web applications and database management (Postgre

SQL a plus).
You have a deep understanding of integration, infrastructure, and operations in distributed environments.
You have a security‑focused mindset, ensuring robust implementation at every stage of development.
You have a familiarity with Ubuntu as a development and deployment platform.
You have a solid grasp of software packaging systems, including Debian/Ubuntu packages.
You have a Bachelor's or equivalent in Computer Science, STEM or similar degree.

Benefits and Compensation

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.

Canonical is an equal opportunity employer. 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.

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