Software Engineer, Ceph

Overview Software 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 like Write high quality, rigorously designed Python and Golang software Collaborate proactively with a globally distributed team Debug issues and produce high quality code to fix them Contribute to technical documentation that defines best practices for authoring high quality operators Discuss ideas and collaborate on finding good solutions Develop and maintain software for delivery, operations and life-cycle management of Ceph storage What we are looking for in you A Bachelor’s or equivalent in Computer Science, STEM or similar degree Experience with writing modern, maintainable Python Experience with Ceph storage Love for technology and working with brilliant people Curious, flexible, articulate, and accountable Value soft skills and are passionate, enterprising, thoughtful, and self-motivated Interest and experience with two or more of the following: Linux, Kubernetes, Public cloud, OpenStack, LXC/LXD, Python, Go, Debian packaging An exceptional academic track record from both high school and preferably university Willingness to travel up to 4 times a year for internal events Additional Skills Experience operating Ceph clusters in production Experience with open source distributed storage such as Gluster, Minio, Mayastor or similar What we offer you Compensation 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 person Personal learning and development budget Annual compensation review Recognition rewards Annual holiday leave Maternity and paternity leave Employee Assistance Programme Opportunity to travel to meet colleagues Travel upgrades for long-haul company events About Canonical Canonical 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 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. Job Details Seniority level: Entry level Employment type: Full-time Job function: Engineering and Information Technology Industries: Software Development #J-18808-Ljbffr