Sub-Saharan AfricaThe role of a Field Software Engineer at CanonicalSub-Saharan Africa

Sub-Saharan AfricaHelp global companies embrace the latest private cloud infrastructure, Linux and cloud native operations, and open source applications. Our team applies expert insights to real-world customer problems, enabling the enterprise adoption of Linux Ubuntu, OpenStack, Kubernetes and a wide range of associated technology.Sub-Saharan Africa

Sub-Saharan AfricaThis role has very diverse responsibilities. The team members are Linux and cloud solutions architects for our customers, designing private and public cloud solutions fitting their workload needs. They are the cloud consultants who work hands-on with the technologies by deploying, testing and handing over the solution to our support or managed services team at the end of a project. They are also software engineers who use Python to develop Kubernetes operators and Linux open source infrastructure-as-code.Sub-Saharan Africa

Sub-Saharan AfricaThe people who love this role are developers who like to solve customer problems through architecture, presentations and training.Sub-Saharan Africa

Sub-Saharan AfricaLocation:Sub-Saharan Africa This role will be based remotely in the APAC regionSub-Saharan Africa

Sub-Saharan AfricaWhat your day will look likeSub-Saharan Africa

• Sub-Saharan AfricaWork across the entire Linux stack, from kernel, networking, storage, to applicationsSub-Saharan Africa
• Sub-Saharan AfricaWork in Python to develop and deliver open source codeSub-Saharan Africa
• Sub-Saharan AfricaArchitect cloud infrastructure solutions like OpenStack, Kubernetes, Ceph, Hadoop and Spark either On-Premises or in Public Cloud (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud)Sub-Saharan Africa
• Sub-Saharan AfricaCoach and develop your colleagues where you have insightsSub-Saharan Africa
• Sub-Saharan AfricaGrow a healthy, collaborative engineering culture in line with the company valuesSub-Saharan Africa
• Sub-Saharan AfricaWork from the comfort of your homeSub-Saharan Africa
• Sub-Saharan AfricaGlobal travel up to 25% of time for internal and external eventsSub-Saharan Africa
  
  

Sub-Saharan AfricaWhat we are looking for in youSub-Saharan Africa

• Sub-Saharan AfricaUniversity degree in Computer Science or related software engineering expertiseSub-Saharan Africa
• Sub-Saharan AfricaYou have sound knowledge of cloud computing concepts & technologies, such as Kubernetes, Openstack, AWS, GCP, Azure, Ceph, etc.Sub-Saharan Africa
• Sub-Saharan AfricaYou have practical knowledge of Linux and networkingSub-Saharan Africa
• Sub-Saharan AfricaYou have Intermediate to Advanced level of Python programming skillsSub-Saharan Africa
• Sub-Saharan AfricaYou are a dynamic person who loves to jump in new projects and interact with peopleSub-Saharan Africa
• Sub-Saharan AfricaYou have a demonstrated drive for continual learningSub-Saharan Africa
• Sub-Saharan AfricaExcellent communication and presentation skills (English)Sub-Saharan Africa
• Sub-Saharan AfricaYou have great organisational skills and follow-up reliably on commitmentsSub-Saharan Africa
• Willingness to travel up to 4 times a year for internal eventsSub-Saharan Africa
  
  

Sub-Saharan AfricaWhat you'll learnSub-Saharan Africa

• Sub-Saharan AfricaOpenStack and Kubernetes infrastructureSub-Saharan Africa
• Sub-Saharan AfricaLinux Ubuntu and networking knowledgeSub-Saharan Africa
• Sub-Saharan AfricaWide range of open source applications and skillsSub-Saharan Africa
• Sub-Saharan AfricaWork directly with customers in a range of different businesses
• Sub-Saharan AfricaReal-life and hands-on exposure to a wide range of emerging technologies and tools
  
  

Sub-Saharan AfricaWhat we offer youSub-Saharan Africa

Sub-Saharan AfricaYour base pay will depend on various factors including your geographical location, level of experience, knowledge and skills. In addition to the benefits below, certain roles are also eligible for additional benefits and rewards including annual bonuses and sales incentives based on revenue or utilisation. Our compensation philosophy is to ensure equity right across our global workforce.Sub-Saharan Africa

Sub-Saharan AfricaIn addition to a competitive base pay, we provide all team members with additional benefits, which reflect our values and ideals. Please note that additional benefits may apply depending on the work location and, for more information on these, you can ask in the later stages of the recruitment process.Sub-Saharan Africa

• Sub-Saharan AfricaFully remote working environment - we've been working remotely since 2004!Sub-Saharan Africa
• Sub-Saharan AfricaPersonal learning and development budget of 2,000USD per annumSub-Saharan Africa
• Sub-Saharan AfricaAnnual compensation reviewSub-Saharan Africa
• Sub-Saharan AfricaRecognition rewardsSub-Saharan Africa
• Sub-Saharan AfricaAnnual holiday leaveSub-Saharan Africa
• Sub-Saharan AfricaParental LeaveSub-Saharan Africa
• Sub-Saharan AfricaEmployee Assistance ProgrammeSub-Saharan Africa
• Sub-Saharan AfricaOpportunity to travel to new locations to meet colleagues at 'sprints'Sub-Saharan Africa
• Sub-Saharan AfricaPriority Pass for travel and travel upgrades for long haul company eventsSub-Saharan Africa
  
  

Sub-Saharan AfricaAbout CanonicalSub-Saharan Africa

Sub-Saharan AfricaCanonical is a pioneering tech firm that is at the forefront of the global move to open source. As the company that publishes Ubuntu, one of the most important open source projects and the platform for AI, IoT and the cloud, we are changing the world on a daily basis. We recruit on a global basis and set a very high standard for people joining the company. We expect excellence - in order to succeed, we need to be the best at what we do.Sub-Saharan Africa

Sub-Saharan AfricaCanonical has been a remote-first company since its inception in 2004. Work at Canonical is a step into the future, and will challenge you to think differently, work smarter, learn new skills, and raise your game. Canonical provides a unique window into the world of 21st-century digital business.Sub-Saharan Africa

Sub-Saharan AfricaCanonical is an equal opportunity employerSub-Saharan Africa

Sub-Saharan AfricaWe are proud to foster a workplace free from discrimination. Diversity of experience, perspectives, and background create a better work environment and better products. Sub-Saharan AfricaWhatever your identity, we will give your application fair consideration.Sub-Saharan Africa

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