Canonical Group - Mundelein, IL
posted about 2 months ago
Full-time - Mid Level
Remote - Mundelein, IL
Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
About the position
Canonical is seeking a Python Software Engineer to join the Server Certification team, which develops testing tools to ensure optimal performance of Ubuntu Server on enterprise hardware. The role involves collaborating with hardware partners and requires a strong understanding of both software development and server hardware configuration and troubleshooting. This position offers a chance to significantly impact the adoption of Linux in enterprise environments, working in a dynamic and supportive team focused on continuous learning and development.
Responsibilities
- Contribute to Canonical's open source testing tools such as Checkbox and Testflinger.
- Troubleshoot issues related to hardware compatibility, functionality, and performance.
- Technically support Canonical's hardware partners in their hardware certification efforts.
- Educate partners about Canonical's tools, processes, and product roadmaps.
- Support Canonical's internal teams on customer deployments of Canonical's suite of Datacenter and Cloud products that utilize the partner's hardware.
- Work from home with global travel 2 to 4 times per year for internal and external events.
Requirements
- Good knowledge of Python and shell scripting.
- Knowledge of server-class hardware.
- Familiarity with Ubuntu, virtualization, and cloud computing concepts.
- Confidence in a customer-facing role.
Nice-to-haves
- Experience with test automation tools for validating hardware compatibility.
- Knowledge of CI/CD concepts.
- Comfortable with virtualization or container technologies such as QEMU, KVM, LXC / LXD, Docker.
Benefits
- Learning and development opportunities
- Remote work flexibility
- Dynamic team environment
