
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 Senior Web Engineer to drive best practices in web development. You'll work on large projects and lead technical conversations. This position requires strong technical leadership skills and experience in software engineering.
Job Description
Who you are
You have a strong background in software engineering, with experience in web development and a passion for open-source technologies. You thrive in a collaborative environment and are eager to share your knowledge with your team. You are capable of taking on technical lead responsibilities, guiding projects from conception to completion while ensuring best practices are followed. You understand the importance of clear communication and are skilled at identifying risks and addressing them proactively. You are committed to continuous learning and improvement, always looking for ways to enhance your skills and contribute to your team's success.
What you'll do
As a Senior Web Engineer at Canonical, you will own the development of large projects, ensuring that they are delivered on time and meet the highest quality standards. You will encourage a rigorous and efficient engineering process, writing specifications and understanding the risks involved in each project. You will lead technical discussions, bringing innovative ideas to the table and fostering an environment of transparency and teamwork. Your role will involve collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive initiatives forward, and you will have the opportunity to gain deep technical knowledge of complex products in fast-growing areas of technology. You will also mentor junior engineers, helping them to develop their skills and grow within the company.
What we offer
At Canonical, we offer a unique work environment that values diversity and inclusion. You will be part of a globally distributed team, with opportunities to collaborate with colleagues from around the world. We provide support for your professional development, encouraging you to learn new skills and take on new challenges. Our culture is built on transparency and intellectual honesty, and we believe that diverse perspectives lead to better products. Join us and be part of a company that is shaping the future of open-source software.
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