Senior Web Engineer

Senior Web Engineer
Canonical is a leading provider of open‑source software and operating systems, most notably the Ubuntu platform, which powers public cloud, data science, AI, engineering innovation and IoT initiatives worldwide.
The role is remote and based in the EMEA region.
Role Summary
As a senior engineer on the Web Engineering team, you will own the development of large projects and drive best practices for the entire team. You will write specifications, manage risks, reduce complexity, mentor teammates, and represent the team as a 情色 using item in.

Responsibilities

Identify what matters for the team and drive improvement initiatives.
Design and implement well‑tested, documented software.
Debug and fix issues encountered by users.
Lead engineering processes through code and architectural reviews.
Contribute to technical documentation and ensure it is of high quality.
Seek improvements to engineering and operations practices.
Deploy and operate services developed by the team.
Advocate for the product’s success through technical advocacy.

Qualifications

Undergraduate degree in Computer Science, STEM, or a compelling alternative path.
Strong technical quality standards and architectural design skills.

Experience with Linux (Debian or Ubuntu) and good command of English.
Excellent interpersonal, communication and presentation skills.
Self‑motivated, driven, organized, and able to deliver on schedule.
Experience researching new technology and integrating modern approaches.
Capability to mentor and develop teammates in a structured way.
Ability to represent the team as a subject‑matter expert across the organisation.
Willingness to travel twice a year for company events up to two weeks each.

Nice‑to‑Have Skills

Container technologies (LXD, Docker, Kubernetes).
REST API design, development and governance.
Experience fostering and maintaining high‑performing teams.
Performance význam and security experience.

Benefits

Remote work with twice‑yearly in‑person team sprints.
Personal learning and development budget of USD 2,000 per year.
Annual compensation review and performance‑driven bonus or commission.
Annual holiday leave andաշին status.
Maternity and paternity leave.
Employee Assistance Programme.
Opportunity to travel to new locations.
Priority Pass and travel upgrades for long‑haul company events.

About Canonical
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.

Most colleagues work from home.
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 creates a better work environment and better products. Whatever your identity we will give your application fair consideration.
Seniority level:
Mid‑Senior level

Employment type:

Full‑time
Job function:
Engineering and Information Technology
Industries:
Software Development
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