Description:

Canonical is building a comprehensive automation suite to provide multi-cloud and on-premise data solutions for the enterprise.
The data platform team develops a full range of data stores and technologies, including big data, NoSQL, cache-layer capabilities, analytics, and structured SQL engines.
The OpenSearch team focuses on creating enterprise automation solutions for search and analytics suites like OpenSearch and Elasticsearch.
This role is globally remote and involves collaborating with an internationally distributed team.
Responsibilities include writing high-quality Python code, debugging issues, and providing domain-specific expertise on data systems.
The role emphasizes the creation and automation of features of data platforms rather than data analysis.
Engineers will work from home with global travel for 2 to 4 weeks per year for internal and external events.

Requirements:

Proven hands-on experience in software development using Python is required.
Proven hands-on experience in distributed systems development is necessary.
A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Computer Science, STEM, or a similar field is required.
Willingness to travel up to 4 times a year for internal events is expected.
Additional experience with search and analytics engines like Elasticsearch, Logstash, Kibana, and OpenSearch is a plus.
Experience with Linux systems administration, package management, and operations is beneficial.
Familiarity with public or private cloud solutions like OpenStack is advantageous.
Experience operating Kubernetes clusters is desirable.

The position offers a fully remote working environment, having been remote since 2004.
A personal learning and development budget of 2,000 USD per annum is provided.
There is an annual compensation review to ensure competitive pay.
Recognition rewards are available for outstanding contributions.
Employees receive annual holiday leave and parental leave.
An Employee Assistance Programme is offered for support.
Opportunities to travel to new locations for team 'sprints' are available.
A Priority Pass for travel and travel upgrades for long-haul company events is included.