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 ...
Overview
Canonical is hiring a UX Designer for Developer Experience to improve how software is built and distributed globally. You'll collaborate with engineering teams to design intuitive products focused on open source. This role requires a technically minded designer with a passion for user experience.
Job Description
Who you are
You are a talented and technically minded user experience designer with a strong understanding of how software is built and distributed. You have experience in designing tools that enable developers to build, package, and maintain their own software, particularly in the open-source domain. You thrive in a collaborative environment, working closely with product managers and engineers to shape the future of developer experience. Your ambition aligns with Canonical's mission to turn complex open-source software into efficient and intuitive products.
You possess a keen eye for detail and a passion for creating user-centered designs that enhance the developer experience. You are comfortable working in a remote setting and are adept at communicating your ideas effectively to diverse teams. You understand the importance of user feedback and are committed to iterating on designs based on real-world usage.
What you'll do
In this role, you will be responsible for designing and building tools that empower developers to create and manage their software efficiently. You will collaborate with engineering teams to ensure that the user experience is seamless and intuitive. Your work will involve conducting user research, creating wireframes and prototypes, and testing designs with real users to gather feedback. You will also participate in design reviews and contribute to the overall design strategy of the team.
You will have the opportunity to work on a variety of projects that impact how developers interact with open-source software. Your contributions will help shape the future of Canonical's products and influence the developer community at large. You will be part of a dynamic team that values innovation and creativity, and you will be encouraged to think differently and challenge the status quo.
What we offer
Canonical offers a unique opportunity to work in a fully remote environment with a diverse team of professionals from around the world. You will be part of a company that is a leader in open-source software and is committed to fostering a workplace free from discrimination. We value diversity of experience, perspectives, and backgrounds, and we believe that this diversity creates a better work environment and better products. You will have the chance to grow your skills and advance your career while making a meaningful impact in the tech industry.
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