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# Software Engineer

- **Company:** Canonical
- **Location:** Chicago, IL, United States (Remote available)
- **Experience:** Starter
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Ubuntu (Operating System), Cloud Computing, Continuous Integration, Debian Linux, Linux, Python (Programming Language), Open Source Technology, Information Technology
- **Published:** October 1, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.juju.com/job/16_9d96110738

## About the Role

* You love technology and working with brilliant people
 * You are curious, flexible, articulate, and accountable
 * You value soft skills and are passionate, enterprising, thoughtful, and self-motivated
 * You have a Bachelor's or equivalent in Computer Science, STEM or similar degree
 * You have extensive experience with Python on Linux
 * You have interest in and experience with two or more of the following: Ubuntu Linux systems administration, continuous integration, end-system contract management, Debian packaging, working with public or on premise clouds
 * Bonus points if you have experience engaging with the open source community

## Description

We consider geographical location, experience, and performance in shaping compensation worldwide. We revisit compensation annually (and more often for graduates and associates) to ensure we recognize outstanding performance. In addition to base pay, we offer a performance-driven annual bonus or commission. We provide all team members with additional benefits which reflect our values and ideals. We balance our programs to meet local needs and ensure fairness globally.

 * 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
 * Team Member Assistance Program & Wellness Platform
 * Opportunity to travel to new locations to meet colleagues
 * Priority Pass and travel upgrades for long-haul company events