Canonical: Cloud Field Engineer — Home based - Worldwide

About Canonical

Canonical develops open-source software and operating systems for enterprise and technology users. Its Ubuntu platform is used in cloud computing, data science, artificial intelligence, engineering and connected-device environments. The employer describes a distributed working model with periodic in-person team meetings. Its vacancies therefore span both software delivery and the business functions that support it. Applicants should check the location, time-zone and travel conditions attached to the individual role rather than assume every position is available from any country.

The position and its setting

Canonical lists Cloud Field Engineer in Home based - Worldwide, under reference 6132532. The details below separate the work described by the employer from essential conditions, preferred experience and practical preparation advice.

• Department: Field Engineering
• Employer listing date: 25 July 2024

Responsibilities and work described

• Work: across the entire Linux stack, from kernel, networking, storage, to applications
• Work: in Python to design and deliver open source code
• Architecture: cloud infrastructure solutions like OpenStack, Kubernetes, Ceph, Hadoop and Spark either On-Premises or in Public Cloud (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud)
• Coach and develop your colleagues where you have insights
• Grow a healthy, collaborative engineering culture in line with the company values
• Work: from the comfort of your home
• Global travel up to 25% of time for internal and external events

Essential requirements and candidate background

• University degree in Computer Science or related software engineering expertise
• You have sound knowledge of cloud computing concepts & technologies, such as Kubernetes, OpenStack, AWS, GCP, Azure, Ceph, etc
• You have practical knowledge of Linux and networking
• You have Intermediate to Advanced level of Python programming skills
• You are a person who loves to jump in new projects and interact with people
• You have a demonstrated drive for continual learning
• Communication and presentation skills (English)
• You have great organisational skills and follow-up reliably on commitments
• (Optional) You speak a second language
• What you’ll learn
• OpenStack and Kubernetes infrastructure
• Linux Ubuntu and networking knowledge
• Wide range of open source applications and skills
• Work directly with customers in a range of different businesses
• Real-life and hands-on exposure to a wide range of emerging technologies and tools

Location, schedule and contract conditions

For this overseas or regional listing, confirm work authorisation and any location restrictions with the employer. The location does not establish visa sponsorship or permission to work remotely from India.

• Advertised location: Home based - Worldwide

Benefits mentioned by the employer

• We consider geographical location, experience, and performance in shaping compensation worldwide
• We revisit compensation annually (and more often for graduates and associates) to ensure we recognise performance
• In addition to base pay, we offer a performance-driven quarterly bonus
• We provide all team members with additional benefits, which reflect our values and ideals
• We balance our programs to meet local needs and ensure fairness globally
• Distributed work environment with twice-yearly team sprints in person - we’ve been working remotely since 2004!
• Personal learning and development budget of USD 2,000 per year
• Annual compensation review
• Recognition rewards
• 40 days annual leave per annum, including public holidays and our All Company holiday periods
• Maternity and paternity leave
• Employee Assistance Programme

Pay and application dates

A verified salary figure is not established in this article. An online estimate for another Cloud Field Engineer vacancy is not an offer for reference 6132532; use the employer’s own pay disclosure and recruitment communication.

A closing date is not confirmed in this article. Check the current employer page before submitting: an undated posting can change or be withdrawn.

How to apply to Canonical

Applications follow the official employer page linked below.

Open the official Canonical posting below and match the title and reference 6132532.

Compare your qualifications and experience with the essential conditions for the Home based - Worldwide position, then read the preferred criteria separately.

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Practical preparation: Python

Python work is easier to assess through a concrete example than a list of libraries. Explain the problem, the input data, the parts you implemented and how you checked the output. Include a repository or a short technical note when you can share it.

Relevant skills

• Python
• Hadoop
• Spark
• Kubernetes
• AWS
• GCP
• Azure
• Google Cloud
• Linux
• AI
• training