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# C, Golang Software Engineer

- **Company:** Canonical Ltd.
- **Location:** United Kingdom (Remote available)
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** C (Programming Language), Artificial Intelligence, Ubuntu (Operating System), Distributed Systems, Open Source Technology, Free and Open-Source Software, Asynchronous Programming
- **Published:** November 5, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.workingnomads.com/job/go/1988419/

## About the Role

* Experience with distributed systems (preferably with Raft)
 * Good C programming experience
 * Solid understanding of asynchronous programming and concurrency patterns a plus
 * Capacity to learn quickly about new systems and techniques
 * Strong written and verbal communication skills
 * Bachelor's or equivalent in Computer Science, STEM or similar degree

## Description

* Design and implement features across dqlite
 * Debug and fix issues encountered by your users
 * Improve Jepsen tests, traditional HA database automated testing and stress tests
 * Participate in our engineering process through code and architectural review
 * Engage with the open source community and commercial partners, 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 recognise outstanding performance. In addition to base pay, we offer a performance-driven annual bonus. 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
 * Employee Assistance Programme
 * Opportunity to travel to new locations to meet colleagues
 * Priority Pass, and travel upgrades for long haul company events