Senior Software Engineer - Python/Golang - Kubernetes

Home Based - Americas; Home based - EMEA

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 breakthrough enterprise initiatives such as public cloud, data science, AI, engineering innovation and IoT. Our customers include the world's leading public cloud and silicon providers, and industry leaders in many sectors. The company is a pioneer of global distributed collaboration, with over 1,000 colleagues in more than 70 countries and very few office‑based roles.

We are hiring a senior software engineer to join our Kubernetes product team. You will build the operators and addons; the former offering complete lifecycle management of mission‑critical components, and the latter providing a zero‑ops experience for seamlessly integrating projects into Kubernetes.

You will gain familiarity with the latest features in Kubernetes and look to incorporate the best of open‑source to bring functionality to our end‑users. You will collaborate with industry peers and partners to bring the right solutions to our customers.

A senior software engineer passionate about open source software, Linux, Golang, Python and Kubernetes will thrive in this role.

Location : This is a remote position available in EMEA and the Americas.

What you will focus on

• Work closely with other leads, assuming joint responsibility for outcomes at the team, department, and company level.
• Mentor, develop, and advise colleagues on their career progression.
• Write high‑quality code to create new features.
• Debug issues and interact with a vibrant community.
• Collaborate proactively with a distributed team.
• Work from home with global travel 2 to 4 weeks for internal and external events.

What we are looking for in you

• Proficiency as a Golang developer, also fluent in Python.
• Experience with Kubernetes.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• A Bachelor’s or equivalent degree in Computer Science, STEM or a similar discipline.
• A passion for technology and a desire to work with brilliant people.

What we offer you

• Distributed work environment with twice‑yearly team sprints in person.
• Personal learning and development budget of USD 2,000 per year.
• Annual compensation review.
• Recognition rewards.
• Annual holiday leave.
• Maternity and paternity leave.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Opportunity to travel to new locations to meet colleagues.
• Priority Pass and travel upgrades for long‑haul company events.

Canonical is an equal opportunity employer

Canonical provides equal employment opportunities to all candidates and employees regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, or any other protected status. All decisions are made based on merit and business needs.