Software Maintenance Engineer

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Manama, Manama, Bahrain Canonical Full time
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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. We are a pioneer in global distributed collaboration, with 1200+ colleagues in 75+ countries and mostly remote roles. Teams meet a few times yearly in interesting locations worldwide to align on strategy and execution.

The company is founder-led, profitable, and growing.

We are hiring a Software Maintenance Engineer to work in a dynamic role involving Linux-based infrastructure and applications, covering layers from bare metal to open source applications like OpenStack, Kubernetes, Ceph, and more. This role offers a chance to showcase broad engineering skills across the Ubuntu stack and open source projects.

This position is ideal for a Linux and open source enthusiast eager to build a career with Canonical, impacting millions worldwide. If you enjoy troubleshooting, fixing issues, and working with a talented team, you'll thrive here.

Your responsibilities include addressing critical open source issues, upstream bug fixes, and collaboration with upstream communities. You will work on troubleshooting, bug fixing, and upstream integration.

Location: Remote, with teams across time zones.

The role entails:

  • Resolving complex problems related to Ubuntu, Kernel, Ceph, OpenStack, Kubernetes, and other open source software
  • Collaborating with Canonical's Field, Support, and engineering teams
  • Participating in upstream communities
  • Developing bug fixes, backport patches, and contributing upstream
  • Reviewing code from other engineers
  • Applying good technical judgment
  • Managing priorities and time effectively
  • Improving processes, tools, and documentation through team discussions
  • Communicating clearly and concisely
  • Working from home and traveling up to 10% for meetings and conferences
What we are looking for in you:
  • Strong academic background in Computer Science, STEM, or related fields
  • Experience with Linux and open source software
  • Proficiency in Python, Go, C, or C++ on Linux
  • A passion for learning new technologies and solving difficult issues
  • Willingness to travel up to 4 times a year
Nice-to-have skills:
  • Passion for technology and collaboration with talented people
  • Curiosity, flexibility, articulate communication, accountability
  • Soft skills such as enthusiasm, initiative, thoughtfulness, self-motivation
  • Interest or willingness to learn about Ubuntu Linux kernel/userspace, Kubernetes, OpenStack, Ceph, QEMU/KVM, LXC/LXD, databases, Debian packaging, distributed systems
What we offer:
  • Distributed work environment with biannual in-person team sprints
  • USD 2,000 annual learning and development budget
  • Annual compensation review and performance bonuses
  • Comprehensive benefits reflecting our values
  • Recognition rewards, holiday leave, parental leave
  • Employee Assistance Program & Wellness Platform
  • Travel opportunities to meet colleagues
  • Travel upgrades for company events
About Canonical: Canonical leads in open source innovation, publishing Ubuntu, a key platform for AI, IoT, and cloud. We hire globally, uphold high standards, and promote a remote-friendly culture since 2004. Join us to challenge yourself, learn, and grow.

Canonical is an equal opportunity employer, valuing diversity and fair consideration for all applicants.

Seniority level
  • Not Applicable
Employment type
  • Full-time
Job function
  • Information Technology
Industries
  • Hospitals and Health Care, Non-profit Organizations, Government Administration
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