Senior Software Engineer
Al Rayyan, Qatar
Listed on 2026-01-01
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Software Development
Software Engineer, Cloud Engineer - Software
Job Overview
Explore senior software engineer positions, where expertise in software development meets leadership. These roles demand proficiency in coding languages like Java, Python, and C++, coupled with a deep understanding of software architecture and design patterns. Senior software engineers are instrumental in guiding project teams, mentoring junior developers, and driving innovation within technology companies.
Job DescriptionCanonical is a leading provider of open source software and operating systems to the global enterprise and technology markets. Our platform, Ubuntu, is widely used in breakthrough enterprise initiatives such as public cloud, data science, AI, engineering innovation, and IoT. The company has 1200+ colleagues in 75+ countries and operates a highly distributed workforce. We are hiring a Senior/Staff/Lead Engineer to join the Launchpad team and take the lead in shaping the future of open‑source collaboration.
Launchpad is a platform for managing open‑source development projects, including code hosting and review, bug tracking, package building, translations, and other facilities used by developers worldwide. In this role you will architect and refine a mature, Python‑driven system that supports major projects like Ubuntu, maintaining business‑critical services while driving innovation.
The role entails- Influencing and driving design, architecture, and feature decisions across distributed teams to ensure high‑impact solutions.
- Crafting exceptional, API‑first Python code with unit tests that delivers robust, well‑structured systems at scale.
- Diagnosing and resolving complex technical challenges, implementing high‑quality fixes that enhance performance and reliability.
- Mentoring fellow engineers and leading code reviews to reinforce best practices and elevate team excellence.
- Enjoying remote work while staying globally engaged—traveling internationally 2 to 4 times a year to collaborate with internal stakeholders and industry events.
- You love technology, work with brilliant people, and solve interesting problems.
- You are a strategic thinker who thrives on solving complex challenges and driving innovation.
- You are curious, adaptable, and articulate with strong leadership and collaboration skills.
- You have proven technical excellence in Python development and delivering production‑ready code.
- You have expertise in maintaining and improving large‑scale web applications and database management (Postgre
SQL a plus). - You have a deep understanding of integration, infrastructure, and operations in distributed environments.
- You have a security‑focused mindset, ensuring robust implementation at every stage of development.
- You are familiar with Ubuntu as a development and deployment platform.
- You have a solid grasp of software packaging systems, including Debian/Ubuntu packages.
- You hold a Bachelor's or equivalent in Computer Science, STEM, or a similar degree.
- 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.
Canonical is a pioneering tech firm at the forefront of the global move to open source. As the company that publishes Ubuntu, one of the most important open‑source projects and the platform for AI, IoT, and the cloud, we are changing the world of software. We recruit on a global basis and set a very high standard for people joining the company.
We expect excellence; to succeed, we need to be the best at what we do.
Canonical is an equal opportunity employer and we are proud to foster a workplace free from discrimination. Diversity of experience, perspectives, and background creates a better work environment and better products. Whatever your identity, we will give your application fair consideration.
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This is a remote role based in the EMEA region. Candidates are expected to be located within this region.
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