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CanonicalSoftware Engineer - Ubuntu Server Certification
This Software Engineer role joins the Server Certification group, which writes Python testing tools. Those tools exercise Ubuntu Server on current enterprise hardware so that users…
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This Software Engineer role joins the Server Certification group, which writes Python testing tools. Those tools exercise Ubuntu Server on current enterprise hardware so that users get a dependable experience on their machines. Because the work sits where hardware meets software, the best fit is a Python programmer who enjoys solving problems and knows hardware reasonably well. The group represents Canonical to datacentre hardware partners and collaborates with chip makers,…
Job Description
This Software Engineer role joins the Server Certification group, which writes Python testing tools. Those tools exercise Ubuntu Server on current enterprise hardware so that users get a dependable experience on their machines. Because the work sits where hardware meets software, the best fit is a Python programmer who enjoys solving problems and knows hardware reasonably well.
The group represents Canonical to datacentre hardware partners and collaborates with chip makers, equipment manufacturers and internal teams to make Ubuntu work smoothly and securely from the first boot. Day-to-day tasks include contributing to open-source testing software such as Checkbox and Testflinger, diagnosing hardware compatibility, functional and performance issues, and guiding hardware partners through certification. The engineer also explains tools and roadmap to partners and helps internal staff with customer rollouts that use partner hardware.
Expect to need solid Python and shell scripting, knowledge of server-class hardware, and a working grasp of Ubuntu, virtualisation and cloud concepts. Being at ease in customer conversations is important. Experience with test automation, CI/CD and container and VM tooling like Docker, QEMU, KVM or LXC/LXD is welcome. The team works mainly across the Americas, from north to south, and the job is done from home, with travel two to four times a year for events.
The team describes a lively, quick-moving environment with plenty of room to learn and grow. Canonical is a remote-first software company behind Ubuntu.
Responsibilities
- Develop open-source testing software such as Checkbox and Testflinger
- Diagnose problems with hardware compatibility, function and performance
- Offer technical help to hardware partners as they work through certification
- Walk partners through Canonical's tooling, processes and roadmap
- Assist internal teams with customer deployments that run on partner hardware
Requirements
- Solid Python and shell scripting skills
- Familiarity with server-class hardware
- Working knowledge of Ubuntu, virtualisation and cloud computing concepts
- Comfort in a customer-facing role
Qualifications
- Hands-on use of test automation software that checks hardware compatibility
- Understanding of CI/CD practice
- Comfort with container and VM tooling like Docker, QEMU, KVM or LXC/LXD
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Where is the job based?
The posting says the role is done from home, and the team works mainly across the Americas, from north to south.
What programming skills are needed?
Solid Python and shell scripting skills are required, along with knowledge of server-class hardware.
How much travel is involved?
The posting mentions global travel two to four times a year for in-house and outside events.
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