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Software Engineer - Python​/Golang - Kubernetes

Remote / Online - Candidates ideally in
Cape Town, 7100, South Africa
Listing for: Canonical
Remote/Work from Home position
Listed on 2025-11-24
Job specializations:
  • Software Development
    Software Engineer, Cloud Engineer - Software, DevOps, Python
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Canonical is a leading provider of open source software and operating systems to the global enterprise and technology markets. We deliver Ubuntu, a widely used platform in public cloud, data science, AI, engineering innovation and IoT. With 1000+ colleagues in 70+ countries, we pioneer global distributed collaboration.

Job Overview

We are hiring a Software Engineer to join our Kubernetes product team. You will build operators and add‑ons, delivering lifecycle management of mission‑critical components and a zero‑ops experience for seamless integration projects into Kubernetes.

Location

Remote (EMEA & Americas)

Responsibilities
  • Write high‑quality code to create new features.
  • Debug issues and interact with a vibrant community.
  • Collaborate proactively with a distributed team.
  • Work from home with global travel 2–4 weeks for internal and external events.
Qualifications
  • Proficient in Go and Python.
  • Experience with Kubernetes.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Bachelor’s or equivalent in Computer Science, STEM or related field.
  • Passion for technology and working with brilliant people.
Benefits
  • Distributed work environment with twice‑yearly in‑person team sprints.
  • Personal learning and development budget of USD 2,000 per year.
  • Annual and regular compensation reviews.
  • Recognition rewards.
  • Annual holiday leave, maternity and paternity leave.
  • Employee Assistance Programme.
  • Opportunities to travel to meet colleagues.
  • Priority Pass and travel upgrades for long‑haul company events.
Equal Opportunity Employer

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.

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