
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 a Site Reliability Engineer to drive operations automation for Ubuntu and open source products. You'll work with Linux and Infrastructure as Code to support IT production services used by millions. This role requires experience in IT operations automation.
Job Description
Who you are
You are an automation-first technologist with a strong passion for Linux and experience in IT operations automation. You thrive in environments where you can leverage Infrastructure as Code to enhance operational efficiency and reliability. Your background includes working with open source technologies, and you are eager to contribute to a team that supports over 60 million Ubuntu users.
You have a collaborative mindset and enjoy working with diverse teams across the globe. Your ability to think differently and work smarter will help you excel in this role. You are committed to continuous learning and are excited about the opportunity to raise your game in a fast-evolving tech landscape.
What you'll do
As a Site Reliability Engineer at Canonical, you will be responsible for driving operations automation to the next level. You will work on both private and public cloud environments, ensuring that Canonical's IT production services run smoothly and efficiently. Your role will involve implementing best practices in automation and collaborating with various teams to enhance service reliability.
You will have the opportunity to challenge yourself and think creatively about how to improve existing processes. Your contributions will directly impact the success of those leveraging Ubuntu and open source products, making your work vital to the company's mission.
What we offer
Canonical offers a unique work environment that fosters global collaboration and innovation. You will be part of a team that values diversity and encourages you to bring your unique perspective to the table. We provide opportunities for professional growth and development, ensuring that you can continuously enhance your skills and advance your career.
Join us in our mission to provide open source software solutions that empower enterprises worldwide. We believe in the power of technology to transform industries and improve lives, and we are excited to have you on board as we continue to lead the way in open source innovation.
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