
About Canonical
Empowering the world with open-source software
Key Highlights
- Developers of Ubuntu, used by millions globally
- Headquartered in London with a remote-first policy
- Serves enterprise clients like Google and Microsoft
- Privately held with significant funding from various investors
Canonical Ltd., headquartered in London, is the driving force behind Ubuntu, one of the world's most popular open-source operating systems. With a focus on cloud computing, IoT, and container orchestration, Canonical serves a diverse range of clients, including major enterprises like Google and Micr...
🎁 Benefits
Canonical offers competitive salaries, equity options, generous PTO policies, and a remote-first work environment, allowing employees to work from any...
🌟 Culture
Canonical promotes a remote-friendly culture that values open-source contributions and encourages innovation. The company emphasizes transparency and ...
Skills & Technologies
Overview
Canonical is hiring an Information Systems Architect to define best practices in infrastructure as code at a global scale. You'll work with open source technologies and impact the user experience for millions of Ubuntu users. This role requires expertise in IT operations and architecture.
Job Description
Who you are
You have a strong background in information systems architecture, with a focus on open source technologies and infrastructure as code. Your experience includes designing and implementing IT operations that scale globally, ensuring best practices are followed in every aspect of the infrastructure. You understand the complexities of hardware and software integration, from PCI lanes to CDN, and are passionate about advancing the state of the art in open source software.
You thrive in a distributed work environment and are comfortable collaborating with teams across various locations. Your communication skills enable you to articulate technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. You are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace, recognizing that varied perspectives lead to better products and solutions.
What you'll do
As the Information Systems Architect at Canonical, you will own the design and implementation of infrastructure solutions that support the global distribution of Ubuntu. You will define best practices for infrastructure as code, ensuring that our operations are efficient, scalable, and secure. Your role will involve collaborating with engineering teams to optimize how they engage with compute and network resources in a devops setting.
You will lead initiatives to enhance the user experience for millions of Ubuntu users by implementing cutting-edge technologies and methodologies. Your decisions will directly impact the performance and reliability of our systems, making you a key player in our mission to provide world-class open source solutions.
You will also be responsible for mentoring team members, sharing your knowledge of best practices in IT operations, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. Your insights will help shape the future of Canonical's infrastructure, driving innovation and efficiency across the organization.
What we offer
At Canonical, we offer a flexible remote work environment that allows you to thrive in your role while balancing your personal life. You will have the opportunity to work with a diverse team of professionals who are passionate about open source technology and its impact on the world. We encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't match every requirement, as we value diverse backgrounds and perspectives.
Join us in our mission to advance open source software and make a difference in the technology landscape. We provide competitive compensation and benefits, along with opportunities for professional growth and development.
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