Software Architect - Containers / Virtualisation

Overview Software Architect - Containers / Virtualisation at Canonical. This role focuses on architecture and evolution of LXD and Canonical MicroCloud, combining system containers, virtual machines, Ceph and OVN to create lean, easy to use and resilient cluster-scale cloud infrastructure. The position is home-based and available in EMEA and the Americas. Responsibilities * Leadership of the LXD and MicroCloud architecture * Mentor, develop and advise colleagues in their career progression * Develop in Golang and C * Review code produced by other engineers * Ensure the product is secure and performant * Display technical leadership in Canonical and our communities * Work from home with global travel twice annually for company events 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 * Drive, and a track record of going above-and-beyond expectations * Technical leadership as well as team motivation, direction and pace * Well-organized, self-starting and able to deliver to schedule * Professional manner in interacting with colleagues, partners, and community * Experience with Go and C * Experience with storage, networking and virtualization * Experience with container technologies * Experience with concurrent, distributed systems * Conscientiousness and detail orientation, with a focus on performance * Professional written and spoken English * Experience with Linux (Debian or Ubuntu preferred) * Excellent interpersonal skills, curiosity, flexibility, and accountability What we offer * 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 Programme * Opportunity to travel to new locations 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 company that publishes Ubuntu, one of the most important open-source projects and 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. We expect excellence; in order to succeed, we need to be the best at what we do. Most colleagues at Canonical have worked from home since our inception in 2004. Working here is a step into the future and will challenge 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. Seniority level * Mid-Senior level Employment type * Full-time Job function * Engineering and Information Technology Industries * Software Development Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Canonical. #J-18808-Ljbffr