Python Engineer at Canonical

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Build and maintain Python software for Ubuntu services and tools in a globally remote Canonical engineering track.

Canonical

Location: Remote
Advertised region: Home based - Worldwide
Work arrangement: remote
Technologies: Python, C++, Kubernetes, Docker, SQL, Linux, Go, Flutter

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Role overview

Canonical uses this opening to recruit Python engineers at several seniority levels and match them with a product team. The work may involve server software, Kubernetes, desktop utilities, web services or development tools. Remote positions are available in every time zone.

Responsibilities

Design, write and test maintainable Python software for the assigned Ubuntu product or service.
Diagnose defects and deliver fixes with supporting tests and clear technical documentation.
Collaborate with a distributed team and open-source communities, including technical leadership where appropriate.
Work from home and attend international company events twice yearly.

Qualifications

Experience producing modern, well-structured Python and working with Linux; familiarity with Debian or Ubuntu is preferred.
A computer science or STEM degree, or a compelling alternative path, plus strong written and spoken English.
Ability to work independently, deliver on schedule and consider performance, quality and presentation.
Useful extras include containers, Go or Rust, APIs, SQL or NoSQL, cloud platforms, packaging, testing and security.

Technology in this role

Python: Python C++ Kubernetes Docker SQL Linux Go .
C++: Python C++ Kubernetes Docker SQL Linux Go .
Kubernetes: Python C++ Kubernetes Docker SQL Linux Go .
Docker: Python C++ Kubernetes Docker SQL Linux Go .
SQL: Python C++ Kubernetes Docker SQL Linux Go .
Linux: Python C++ Kubernetes Docker SQL Linux Go .
Go: Python C++ Kubernetes Docker SQL Linux Go .
Flutter: Python C++ Kubernetes Docker SQL Linux Go .
C: Python C++ Kubernetes Docker SQL Linux Go .
Golang: • Additional languages, particularly Golang or Rust, C or .
Rust: Useful extras include containers, Go or Rust, APIs, SQL or NoSQL, cloud platforms, packaging, testing and .
CAN: We're looking for individuals who can help build a thriving community, contribute to a broad range of technologies, and ensure seamless software operations at .
gRPC: • REST and gRPC API .

Role-specific candidate guide

Preparation notes based on the employer’s stated responsibilities and qualifications.

Understanding the scope. This Python Engineer position at Canonical is best assessed through the work described in the employer’s posting, rather than the title alone. The available role overview says: “Canonical uses this opening to recruit Python engineers at several seniority levels and match them with a product team. The work may involve server software, Kubernetes, desktop utilities, web services or development…” Read that statement together with the responsibilities below to understand the likely balance between delivery, coordination and technical decision-making. The role belongs to the technical area, but that label is only a guide to the work; the employer’s own requirements remain decisive. Before applying, check the original listing for reporting lines, product or team assignment, employment terms and any details that may have changed since this copy was checked. Where this page says a fact is not specified, treat it as an open question rather than an implied promise.

What the responsibilities signal. The posting specifically names “Design, write and test maintainable Python software for the assigned Ubuntu product or service.”; “Diagnose defects and deliver fixes with supporting tests and clear technical documentation.”; “Collaborate with a distributed team and open-source communities, including technical leadership where appropriate.”. For each duty, identify a project where you performed comparable work and be ready to describe the context, your own contribution, constraints, decisions, and measurable result. Explain how you moved from the initial need to implementation, review, release or operational follow-through, where those stages apply. If the work involved other teams or users, distinguish your decisions from the group’s contribution. Avoid presenting a technology keyword as proof by itself: connect it to the problem you solved, the scale or complexity involved, and what changed after your work. The source may contain additional duties; review it directly before preparing your application.

How to read the requirements. The listed qualifications include “Experience producing modern, well-structured Python and working with Linux; familiarity with Debian or Ubuntu is preferred.”; “A computer science or STEM degree, or a compelling alternative path, plus strong written and spoken English.”; “Ability to work independently, deliver on schedule and consider performance, quality and presentation.”. Mark each requirement as demonstrated, adjacent experience or a genuine gap, then use a concise example for the first two categories. A strong example explains what you personally owned, how you made trade-offs, how you validated the result and what you learned. If the posting specifies years of experience, language ability, certifications, location or eligibility, address those facts plainly in your CV.

Benefits

We consider geographical location, experience, and performance in shaping compensation worldwide. We revisit compensation annually (and more often for graduates and associates) to ensure we recognise outstanding performance. In addition to base pay, we offer a performance-driven annual bonus. We provide all team members with additional benefits, which reflect our values and ideals. We balance our programs to meet local needs and ensure fairness globally.
Distributed work environment with twice-yearly team sprints in person
Personal learning and development budget of USD 2,000 per year
Opportunity to travel to new locations to meet colleagues
Priority Pass, and travel upgrades for long haul company events

About Canonical

Canonical publishes Ubuntu and develops open-source software for cloud, connected devices and enterprise infrastructure. Its teams work across countries.

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How to apply

Review the original posting and apply through the employer’s careers page.

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Source checked: 2026-11-08

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