Golang System Software Engineer - Containers​/Virtualisation

Golang System Software Engineer – Containers / Virtualisation

Apply for the Golang System Software Engineer – Containers / Virtualisation role at Canonical
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Canonical is a leading provider of open source software and operating systems. Our platform, Ubuntu, powers cloud, data science, AI, IoT, and more across enterprises worldwide.

The LXD team builds a next‑generation private cloud infrastructure using KVM, Ceph, and SDN. This role focuses on system‑level Go code between the REST API and low‑level C libraries that manage containers and virtual machines.

Location
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Remote, available in EMEA and the Americas.

What you will focus on:

• Design, implement and document system‑level Go code
• Model data, design database schema and implement storage in a Dqlite (SQL) database
• Maintain code quality through static analysis, unit and system tests
• Collaborate proactively with a distributed team
• Discuss ideas and collaborate on finding good solutions
• Work from home with global travel 2 to 4 weeks/year for internal and external events

What we are looking for in you:

• Experience programming in Go and C
• Knowledgeable in networking and storage technologies
• Experience with two or more of: cloud computing, virtualisation, containers, distributed systems, open source community
• Curious, flexible, articulate and accountable
• Values soft skills and is enterprising, thoughtful and self‑motivated
• Bachelor's or equivalent in Computer Science, STEM or similar degree

What we offer you:

• 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

Seniority level:
Entry level

Employment type:

Full‑time

Job function:
Engineering and Information Technology

Industries:
Software Development

Canonical is an equal opportunity employer. We 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.