Software Engineer - Python - Ubuntu Pro client - graduate level

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Canonical Canonical is a leading provider of open source software and operating systems to the global enterprise and technology markets. Our platform, Ubuntu, is widely used in enterprise initiatives such as public cloud, data science, AI, engineering innovation, and IoT. Our customers include major public cloud and silicon providers, and industry leaders across sectors. We are a pioneer of global distributed collaboration, with 1200+ colleagues in 75+ countries and few office-based roles. Teams meet 2-4 times a year in interesting locations worldwide to align on strategy and execution.

The company is founder-led, profitable, and growing.

We are hiring a Software Engineer to develop, test, and release improvements to the Ubuntu Pro client.

Ubuntu Pro is a suite of services provided by Canonical for enterprise and personal use, managing security patches and more. The Ubuntu Pro Client is a command-line tool that handles these services.

The role involves working with the Ubuntu Server team, cloud partners, and Canonical product teams to improve the Pro client. You will also communicate with users to ensure their needs are met.

This role requires quality-oriented software engineering in Python, focusing on interoperability across various environments. Strong Python skills are essential, with open source contributions advantageous. Experience with Ubuntu package management, apt, deb packaging, and system administration is beneficial.

Candidates should be passionate about Ubuntu and building tools used worldwide, with attention to quality, edge cases, usability, and documentation. The Pro client serves both critical environments and hobbyists; you should be prepared to work with a broad user spectrum and guide engineering best practices accordingly.

The role entails: Collaborating proactively with a distributed team Writing high-quality code with tests to develop new features Debugging issues and fixing them Reviewing code from other engineers Discussing ideas and exploring solutions Working remotely, with 2-4 weeks of global travel annually What we are looking for in you: You love technology and working with talented people You are curious, flexible, articulate, and accountable You value soft skills and are passionate, enterprising, thoughtful, and self-motivated You hold a Bachelor's or equivalent in Computer Science, STEM, or similar You have extensive experience with Python on Linux You are interested in and experienced with two or more of: Ubuntu Linux system administration, CI, contract management, Debian packaging, cloud platforms Bonus: experience engaging with the open source community What we offer colleagues: Distributed work environment with biannual in-person team sprints USD 2,000 annual learning and development budget Annual compensation review Recognition rewards, holiday leave, parental leave Wellness programs, travel opportunities, and travel perks About Canonical: Canonical is a pioneer in open source, publisher of Ubuntu, and a leader in AI, IoT, and cloud platforms. We recruit globally, set high standards, and value excellence. Most colleagues work remotely; working here challenges you to think differently, learn new skills, and innovate. Canonical is an equal opportunity employer. We foster a workplace free from discrimination, valuing diverse perspectives and backgrounds. All applications will be considered fairly.

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