Software Engineer, Ceph & Distributed Storage

OverviewSoftware Engineer, Ceph & Distributed Storage at Canonical.

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 cloud, data science, AI, engineering innovation, and IoT.

We are a globally distributed team with 1200+ colleagues in 75+ countries, and very few office-based roles.We are hiring a Software Engineer for Ceph & Distributed Storage.

As part of Cloud Engineering, you'll be building modelling software to drive systems such as OpenStack, Ceph, and Kubernetes with a focus on distributed storage and Ceph.

You will engineer solutions to scale in production, working with field teams to meet the needs of customers adopting cutting-edge technology.Location : This role is remote in the EMEA or Americas regions.

The role may require international travel several times a year (usually for one week at a time).

What your day will look likeWrite high quality, rigorously designed Python and Golang softwareCollaborate proactively with a globally distributed teamDebug issues and produce high quality code to fix themContribute to technical documentation that defines best practices for authoring high quality operatorsDiscuss ideas and collaborate on finding good solutionsDevelop and maintain software for delivery, operations and life-cycle management of Ceph storageWhat we are looking for in youA Bachelor's or equivalent in Computer Science, STEM or similar degreeExperience with writing modern, maintainable PythonExperience with Ceph storageLove for technology and working with brilliant peopleCurious, flexible, articulate, and accountableValue soft skills and are passionate, enterprising, thoughtful, and self-motivatedInterest and experience with two or more of the following : Linux, Kubernetes, Public cloud, OpenStack, LXC / LXD, Python, Go, Debian packagingAn exceptional academic track record from both high school and preferably universityWillingness to travel up to 4 times a year for internal eventsAdditional SkillsExperience operating Ceph clusters in productionExperience with open source distributed storage such as Gluster, Minio, Mayastor or similarWhat we offer youCompensation is based on location, experience, and performance.

We offer a performance-driven annual bonus, and additional benefits tailored to local needs to ensure fairness globally.Distributed work environment with twice-yearly team sprints in personPersonal learning and development budgetAnnual compensation reviewRecognition rewardsAnnual holiday leaveMaternity and paternity leaveEmployee Assistance ProgrammeOpportunity to travel to meet colleaguesTravel upgrades for long-haul company eventsAbout CanonicalCanonical is a pioneering tech firm at the forefront of the global move to open source.

As the publisher of Ubuntu, Canonical supports AI, IoT, and cloud initiatives.

We recruit on a global basis and maintain high standards for new hires.

Most colleagues have worked from home since 2004.

Working at Canonical invites you to think differently, work smarter, learn new skills, and raise your game.Canonical is an equal opportunity employerWe are proud to foster a workplace free from discrimination.

Diversity of experience, perspectives, and background create a better work environment and better products.

Whatever your identity, we will give your application fair consideration.Job DetailsSeniority level : Entry levelEmployment type : Full-timeJob function : Engineering and Information TechnologyIndustries : Software Development

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