Software Engineer - Python - Ubuntu Pro client - graduate level
Tacoma, Pierce County, Washington, 98417, USA
Listed on 2026-02-06
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Software Development
Python, Software Engineer, Cloud Engineer - Software
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Canonical 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 enterprise initiatives such as public cloud, data science, AI, engineering innovation, and IoT. Our customers include top public cloud and silicon providers, and industry leaders across sectors. The company is founder-led, profitable, and growing, with a global team of 1200+ colleagues in 75+ countries, mostly working remotely.
We are hiring a Software Engineer to develop, test, and improve the Ubuntu Pro client, a critical command-line tool that manages security and compliance services for Ubuntu systems, pre-installed on every Ubuntu system. You will collaborate with the Ubuntu Server team, cloud partners, and other Canonical teams to enhance the Pro client, ensuring its high quality and stability.
This role requires strong Python skills, experience with open source contributions, and familiarity with system administration, apt configuration, and deb packaging. Candidates should be passionate about open source, quality, and supporting a diverse user base from enterprise to hobbyist.
Responsibilities include:- Passion for technology and collaboration
- Curiosity, flexibility, accountability
- Soft skills such as communication and teamwork
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field
- Extensive experience with Python on Linux
- Interest/experience in systems administration, CI, cloud, or Debian packaging
- Open source community involvement is a plus
- Distributed work environment with in-person team sprints
- Annual learning and development budget of USD 2,000
- Regular compensation reviews and performance bonuses
- Comprehensive benefits including leave, wellness, and travel opportunities
Canonical pioneers open source innovation, publishing Ubuntu, a key platform for AI, IoT, and cloud. We recruit globally, value excellence, and support remote work since 2004. Join us to challenge yourself and grow.
Equal Opportunity:We are committed to diversity and inclusion, providing fair consideration regardless of background or identity.
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