Job Description
Junior Software Developer - Observability
Join Canonical as a Junior Software Developer in the Observability team. Canonical is a leading provider of open‑source software and operating systems. Our platform, Ubuntu, is widely used in enterprise cloud, data science, AI, engineering, and IoT initiatives.
The role focuses on building a cloud‑native monitoring stack that integrates best‑in‑class open‑source tools. You will develop, test, and document new features, debug issues, and collaborate with a globally distributed team. Your work will be delivered to users who run Kubernetes, OpenStack, bare‑metal, VMs, and containers.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate proactively with a globally distributed team
- Write, test, and document high‑quality code to create new features
- Debug issues and interact with a vibrant open‑source community
- Review code produced by other engineers
- Represent Canonical at conferences and other events
- Work from home with 2‑4 week periods of internal and external travel
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s or equivalent in Computer Science, STEM or related field
- Skilled Python developer with a track record in open‑source projects
- Working knowledge of Go
- Interest and experience with Ubuntu Linux, container images, Debian packaging, snap, or distributed systems
- Passion for technology and a strong set of soft skills: enterprising, thoughtful, self‑motivated
Benefits
- Remote work environment with twice‑yearly in‑person team sprints
- Personal learning and development budget of USD 2,000 per year
- Annual compensation review and performance‑driven bonus or commission
- Recognition rewards, annual holiday leave, maternity and paternity leave
- Team Member Assistance Program & Wellness Platform; Opportunity to travel to new locations
- Priority Pass and travel upgrades for long‑haul company events
Location: Remote in EMEA and Americas regions
Canonical is an equal opportunity employer. We are proud to foster a workplace free from discrimination. Diversity of experience, perspectives, and backgrounds creates a better work environment and better products. Whatever your identity, we will give your application fair consideration.
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