Site Reliability Engineer

Company Overview
Canonical is a prominent provider of open-source software and operating systems for global enterprises. Our flagship platform, Ubuntu, plays a crucial role in sectors including public cloud, data science, AI, engineering, and IoT. With over 1,200 employees across 75 countries, we emphasize global collaboration, meeting a few times each year in diverse locations. We are a founder-led, profitable, and rapidly growing company.

Role Overview
We are seeking a Site Reliability / Gitops Engineer to join our Information Systems (IS) team. This position is ideal for a technology enthusiast with expertise in automation and Linux, focusing on enhancing operations for Ubuntu users worldwide.

Main Responsibilities

• Utilize Infrastructure as Code (IaC) to improve automation practices within IS.
• Automate software operations for consistency across both private and public clouds.
• Enhance the resilience of Canonical’s cloud services and container offerings.
• Manage operational responsibilities for Canonical's core services and infrastructure.
• Develop observability tools and maintain monitoring for various systems.
• Collaborate with development teams to enhance service architecture and operational procedures.
• Participate in a globally distributed team supporting Canonical’s services.

Requirements

• Extensive experience in defining operations in code, with familiarity in version control and CI/CD.
• Strong background in software engineering and Python development.
• Practical knowledge of Linux networking and server administration.
• Understanding of cloud computing technologies.
• Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field.
• Excellent communication skills in English.
• Passion for open-source technologies, especially Ubuntu or Debian.

How to Apply
If you are excited about this opportunity, we encourage you to apply. Canonical is an equal opportunity employer, committed to creating a diverse environment.