Senior Web Engineer - remote job

Canonical is hiring a Senior Web Engineer - a senior role, so the employer expects you to make the calls yourself. The role sits in IT and programming and is fully remote. The company hires candidates based in Europe.

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Canonical is a leading provider of open-source software and operating systems to the global enterprise and technology markets. Our flagship platform, Ubuntu, is widely utilized in cutting-edge enterprise projects such as public cloud, data science, artificial intelligence, engineering innovation, and the Internet of Things (IoT). Our customer base includes major public cloud and silicon providers, as well as industry leaders across various sectors. The company is a pioneer in global collaboration, with a team of over 1100 colleagues spread across more than 75 countries, with minimal office-based roles. Teams gather twice to four times a year in person, at various locations around the world, to align on strategy and execution. The company is independently owned, profitable, and growing. We are currently seeking a Senior Software Engineer for our Web Engineering team to enhance best practices across the team, contribute innovative ideas to technical discussions, and identify and communicate project risks. Within the team, there are ample opportunities to develop deep technical expertise in complex, innovative areas of technology with support for professional growth. We value transparency, intellectual honesty, and collaboration. As a Senior Software Engineer at Canonical, you will lead the development of large-scale projects. You will promote robust and efficient engineering practices, draft clear specifications, and mitigate risks. You will also be capable of taking on technical leadership roles to see projects through to completion. You will stay informed about industry trends and new technologies, and represent your team as a subject matter expert with credibility across the organization. As an exemplary engineer, you will mentor and develop your peers in a structured manner, sharing responsibilities for your team with your manager. Location: This role is remote, with a focus on the EMEA region. The role involves

* Prioritizing and driving initiatives that improve team performance

* Designing and implementing well-tested and documented software

* Troubleshooting and resolving issues reported by users

* Leading code and architectural reviews to maintain high standards

* Contributing to technical documentation to elevate its quality

* Identifying and implementing improvements to engineering and operations practices

* Deploying and operating services developed by the team

* Advocating for your product through technical expertise and insights

What we seek in you

* Defining and maintaining technical quality standards by shaping the architectural approach to support business goals

* Demonstrating strong soft skills, being passionate, enterprising, thoughtful, and self-motivated

* An impressive academic background, either from a Computer Science or STEM degree, or a compelling alternative path

* A history of exceeding expectations and a strong drive to excel

* Organized, proactive, and capable of meeting deadlines

* Skilled in researching and integrating new technologies into projects

* Providing thorough and insightful code reviews for any project component

* A focus on accessibility and performance

* Fluent in professional written and spoken English

* Experience with Linux, particularly Debian or Ubuntu

* Excellent interpersonal skills, curiosity, flexibility, and accountability

* Strong communication and presentation skills

* Goal-oriented, with a personal commitment to meeting commitments

* Willingness to travel twice a year for up to two weeks each to attend company events

Desirable skills

* Experience with container technologies such as LXD, Docker, and Kubernetes

* Experience in nurturing and maintaining a talented team by defining excellence

* Expertise in REST API design, development, and governance

* Commitment to delivering performance engineering and security experience

What we offer colleagues At Canonical, we consider geographical location, experience, and performance when determining compensation. We review compensation annually (and more often for graduates and associates) to recognize outstanding performance. In addition to base pay, we offer a performance-driven annual bonus or commission. We provide all team members with additional benefits that reflect our values and ideals, tailored to meet local needs and ensure global fairness.

* A remote work environment with in-person team sprints twice a year

* A personal learning and development budget of USD 2,000 per year

* Annual compensation review

* Recognition rewards

* Annual holiday leave

* Maternity and paternity leave

* Employee Assistance Programme

* Opportunities to travel to new locations to meet colleagues

* Priority Pass and travel upgrades for long-haul company events

About Canonical Canonical is a trailblazing technology company at the forefront of the global shift to open source. As the publisher of Ubuntu, one of the most important open-source projects and the platform for AI, IoT, and the cloud, we are transforming the software industry. We recruit globally and set high standards for those joining the company. We expect excellence - to succeed, we must be the best at what we do. Most colleagues at Canonical have worked remotely since the company's inception in 2004. Working here is a step into the future, challenging you to think differently, work smarter, learn new skills, and elevate your performance. Canonical is an equal-opportunity employer We are committed to creating a workplace free from discrimination. Diversity of experience, perspectives, and background enhances our work environment and our products. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and will fairly consider your application. #LI-Remote