Python and Kubernetes Software Engineer - Data, Workflows, AI / ML & Analytics

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Python and Kubernetes Software Engineer - Data, Workflows, AI / ML & Analytics

Canonical Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

About Canonical

Canonical is a pioneering tech firm at the forefront of the global move to open source. As the company that publishes Ubuntu, one of the most important open source projects and the platform for AI, IoT and the cloud, we are changing the world of software. We recruit on a global basis and set a very high standard for people joining the company. We expect excellence - in order to succeed, we need to be the best at what we do. Most colleagues at Canonical have worked from home since its inception in 2004. Working here is a step into the future, and will challenge you to think differently, work smarter, learn new skills, and raise your game.

What you will work on

Join teams building open source solutions for public cloud and private infrastructure. You will collaborate on end-to-end data analytics and MLOps solutions using open-source tools such as Kubeflow, MLFlow, DVC, and Feast. Potential work includes ETL, data governance, visualization (e.g., Apache SuperSet, dbt), workflow orchestration (Airflow, Temporal), and data warehouses (Apache Trino, ClickHouse). Solutions may run on servers, cloud, Kubernetes, developer desktops, or as web services.

Responsibilities

• Develop understanding of the Linux stack from kernel to application layer
• Design, build and maintain solutions deployed on public / private clouds and local workstations
• Master distributed systems concepts such as observability, identity, tracing
• Work with Kubernetes and machine-oriented open source applications
• Collaborate with a distributed team of engineers, designers and product managers
• Debug issues and interact publicly with upstream and Ubuntu communities
• Generate ideas and collaborate on finding good solutions

What we are looking for in you

Additional skills that would be nice to have

What we offer

We consider geographical location, experience, and performance in shaping compensation worldwide. We revisit compensation annually and provide an annual bonus or commission. We offer a range of benefits that reflect our values and global approach.

Equal opportunity

Canonical is an equal opportunity employer. We are proud to foster a workplace free from discrimination. Diversity of experience, perspectives, and background create a better work environment and better products. Whatever your identity, we will give your application fair consideration.

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