Description:

Canonical is a leading provider of open source software and operating systems, particularly known for its platform, Ubuntu, which is widely used in various enterprise initiatives.
The company supports a global workforce with over 1200 colleagues in 75+ countries, primarily working remotely with occasional in-person meetings.
The role of Site Reliability / Gitops Engineer is part of the Information Systems (IS) team, responsible for maintaining Canonical’s IT production services used by over 60 million Ubuntu users.
The engineer will focus on operations automation in both private and public clouds, utilizing open source infrastructure as code software and CI/CD practices.
Responsibilities include defining infrastructure as code, improving Canonical products, providing feedback to developers, and collaborating with other teams.
The position allows for remote work in any timezone and emphasizes continuous development and automation of manual tasks.

Requirements:

Candidates must have deep experience in defining operations in code, utilizing version control, peer review, and CI/CD for application and infrastructure changes.
A strong modern engineering background is required, including peer-review, unit testing, SCM, CI/CD, and Agile methodologies.
Proficiency in Python software development, particularly with large projects, is essential.
Practical knowledge of Linux networking, routing, and firewalls is necessary.
Familiarity with various forms of Linux storage, including Ceph and databases, is required.
Hands-on experience administering enterprise Linux servers is expected.
Extensive knowledge of cloud computing concepts and technologies is a must.
A Bachelor's degree or higher in computer science or a related engineering field is preferred.
Clear and effective communication skills in English, both written and verbal, are required.
Candidates should be motivated, able to troubleshoot from kernel to web, and willing to seek assistance when needed.
Flexibility and a quick learning ability in fast-changing environments are important.
A passion for open-source technologies, especially Ubuntu or Debian, is desired.

Canonical offers a remote work environment, allowing flexibility in work location and hours.
Employees are provided with uninterrupted development time to focus on larger projects and automation tasks.
The company fosters a collaborative culture, encouraging sharing of experiences and best practices among team members.
Canonical promotes a diverse and inclusive workplace, ensuring fair consideration for all applicants.
Working at Canonical provides an opportunity to be part of a pioneering tech firm at the forefront of the open-source movement.