Junior Software Developer - Observability

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. We collaborate with the world's leading public cloud and silicon providers, and industry leaders across many sectors. With 1,200+ colleagues in more than 75 countries, we pioneer global distributed collaboration and operate as a predominantly remote company.We are founder-led, profitable, and growing, and our teams meet two to four times yearly in person at interesting locations around the world to align on strategy and execution.Location: Remote in the EMEA and Americas regions.We are hiring a Junior developer with a proven track record in Python and/or Go to join our Observability team. You will help build a cloud-native monitoring stack that composes best-in-class open-source monitoring tools, delivering deep insights out of the box for users and administrators.ResponsibilitiesCollaborate proactively with a globally distributed teamWrite, test, and document high-quality code to add new featuresDebug issues and interact with a vibrant open-source communityReview code produced by other engineersRepresent Canonical at conferences, attending internal and external eventsWork from home with global travel of 2–4 weeks for internal and external eventsQualificationsYou love technology and working with brilliant peopleYou value soft skills and are passionate, enterprising, thoughtful, and self-motivatedYou have a Bachelor's or equivalent in Computer Science, STEM, or a similar degreeYou are a skilled Python developer, preferably with a track record in open sourceYou have a working knowledge of GoYou have interest and experience with two or more of the following: Ubuntu Linux, container images, Debian packaging, Snap, distributed systemsBenefitsDistributed work environment with twice-yearly in-person team sprintsPersonal learning and development budget of USD 2,000 per yearAnnual compensation review"Recognition rewards"Annual holiday leaveMaternity and paternity leaveTeam Member Assistance Program & Wellness PlatformOpportunity to travel to new locations to meet colleaguesPriority Pass and travel upgrades for long-haul company eventsEqual Opportunity EmployerCanonical is an equal opportunity employer. We foster a workplace free from discrimination. We welcome applicants of all identities and give fair consideration to all applications.J-18808-Ljbffr