Canonical, the company behind Ubuntu, is seeking a Server Software Engineer to join their Ubuntu Engineering Server Team. This role offers a unique opportunity to work on the world's leading cloud operating system and contribute to open-source software that powers global enterprise technology. As part of a distributed team of 1200+ colleagues across 75+ countries, you'll maintain and package critical server software including web servers, databases, and virtualization stacks.
The position combines technical expertise with collaborative spirit, requiring proficiency in multiple programming languages and packaging systems. You'll be instrumental in shaping Ubuntu's future, working with both community and commercial partners. The role involves maintaining traditional server workloads, containerization stacks, and package management systems.
Canonical offers a truly remote-first culture with opportunities to meet colleagues globally 2-4 times yearly. The company provides competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a strong commitment to personal development. You'll be part of a pioneering organization that values excellence and innovation while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.
This is an ideal opportunity for engineers passionate about open source who want to make a significant impact on global technology infrastructure while working with some of the industry's brightest minds. The role offers both technical challenges and professional growth in a company that's profitable, growing, and at the forefront of open source technology.