Canonical Sevilla La Nueva, Community of Madrid, Spain
Golang Engineer
Canonical is a leading provider of open‑source software and operating systems for 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 are hiring Golang engineers of all levels of seniority for all relevant teams at Canonical. If you prefer to work in Go and have extensive personal experience with Linux, we want you on our team.
Canonical prefers Golang for software where performance and security are primary considerations. We also invest in Python, C, C++ and Rust, and use React and Flutter for front‑end development.
Golang is an essential language for our engineering teams—building the systems that deliver Ubuntu to the world. From software distribution systems to distributed system operations R&D;, many Canonical offerings include Golang components such as Juju, Livepatch, LXD, MAAS, Microk8s, Snapd, Ubuntu Core and Ubuntu Pro.
We expect the highest engineering standards and strong motivation to get things done well in a fully remote and distributed environment. These roles require extensive personal experience with Linux— the more different versions of Linux you know, the better.
Location : we have open roles for Golang engineers in every time zone
The role entails
- Design and implement well‑tested and documented software in Go
- Debug and fix issues encountered by users
- Participate in engineering process through code and architectural reviews
- Collaborate with community and colleagues on technical specifications
- Seek improvements to engineering and operations practices
- In some cases, deploy and operate services developed by the team
- Contribute to the success of your product through technical advocacy
What we are looking for in you
- An exceptional academic track record from both high school and university
- Undergraduate degree in Computer Science or STEM, or a compelling narrative about your alternative path
- Drive and a track record of going above‑and‑beyond expectations
- Well‑organized, self‑starting and able to deliver to schedule
- Professional manner interacting with colleagues, partners, and community
- Experience designing and writing high‑quality Golang software on Linux
- Experience with and passion for Linux at the system level
- For more senior roles, experience building, deploying, and operating distributed systems and APIs
- Professional written and spoken English
- Experience with Linux (Debian or Ubuntu preferred)
- Excellent interpersonal skills, curiosity, flexibility, and accountability
- Passion, thoughtfulness, and self‑motivation
- Excellent communication and presentation skills
- Result‑oriented, with a personal drive to meet commitments
- Ability to travel twice a year, for company events up to two weeks each
Nice‑to‑have skills
- Experience developing for Ubuntu Linux
- Experience with Juju, LXD, Microk8s, Snapd, Ubuntu Core, Ubuntu Pro
- Performance engineering and security experience
What we offer colleagues
- Distributed work environment with twice‑yearly team sprints in person
- Personal learning and development budget of USD 2,000 per year
- Annual compensation review
- Recognition rewards
- Annual holiday leave
- Maternity and paternity leave
- Employee Assistance Program
- Opportunity to travel to new locations to meet colleagues
- Priority Pass, and travel upgrades for long‑haul company events
About Canonical
Canonical is a pioneering tech firm at the forefront of the general move to open source. As the company that publishes Ubuntu—the platform for AI, IoT and the cloud—we are changing the world of software. We recruit on a global basis and set a very high standard for people joining the company. Most colleagues work from home. Working here is a step into the future, challenging you to think differently, work smarter, learn new skills, and raise your game.
Equal opportunity employer
Canonical is an equal opportunity employer. We 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.
Seniority level: Entry level | Employment type: Full‑time | Job function: Engineering and Information Technology | Industries: Software Development
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