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 Golang System Software Engineer to work on low-level Go code for managing containers and virtual machines. You'll engage with technologies like KVM and Ceph, contributing to next-generation private cloud infrastructure.
Job Description
Who you are
You are a system-level developer with a strong background in Golang and experience in design and data management/modeling. You understand the intricacies of low-level programming and are comfortable working with C libraries to manage containers and virtual machines. Your fluency across various software stack layers allows you to anticipate the consequences of design choices in complex distributed systems. You thrive in a collaborative environment and are eager to learn new skills while contributing to innovative projects.
What you'll do
As a Golang System Software Engineer at Canonical, you will be responsible for developing and maintaining the low-level Go codebase that interfaces with our REST API and C libraries. You will work closely with the LXD team to build a robust private cloud infrastructure that integrates KVM, Ceph, and SDN technologies. Your role will involve designing and implementing features that enhance the performance and reliability of our cloud solutions. You will also engage in code reviews, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and contribute to the overall architecture of our systems.
What we offer
At Canonical, we provide a flexible work environment that allows you to work from home while being part of a global team. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace. You will have opportunities for professional growth and development, working on cutting-edge technologies that impact the future of cloud computing. Join us in our mission to deliver open-source software solutions that empower enterprises worldwide.
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