Software Engineer - Python - Ubuntu Pro Client - Graduate Level

Job Overview
We are hiring a Software Engineer to develop, test and release improvements to the Ubuntu Pro client.
Ubuntu Pro is a suite of specialist services provided by Canonical. The Ubuntu Pro Client is a command‑line tool that manages all these services.
The quality and stability of the Ubuntu Pro Client is critically important, since it comes pre‑installed on every Ubuntu system. You will work with the Ubuntu Server team, alongside major cloud partners and multiple Canonical product teams to develop, test and release improvements to the Pro client. You will also be a voice in communication with our users, ensuring their needs are met.
This role requires quality‑oriented software engineering in Python and a focus on software interoperability. Excellent Python skills are a key requirement, with previous contributions to open source Python projects as an advantage. Experience in configuring apt, and knowledge of Debian packaging and general system administration is advantageous.
Applicants should be passionate about the Ubuntu project and its values, building tools used by millions of people globally.
The role entails

Collaborate proactively with a distributed team
Write high quality code, with unit and functional tests, to create new features
Debug issues and produce high quality code to fix them
Review code produced by other engineers
Discuss ideas and investigate to find good solutions
Work from home, with global travel 2 to 4 weeks per year for internal and external events

What we are looking for in you

You love technology and working with brilliant people
You are curious, flexible, articulate, and accountable
You value soft skills and are passionate, enterprising, thoughtful, and self‑motivated
You have a Bachelor's or equivalent in Computer Science, STEM or similar degree
You have extensive experience with Python on Linux
You have interest in and experience with two or more of the following:
Ubuntu Linux systems administration, continuous integration, end‑system contract management, Debian packaging, working with public or on premise clouds
Bonus points if you have experience engaging with the open source community

What we offer colleagues

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 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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