Canonical Hiring Software Engineer – L3 Support | Remote
Are you passionate about Linux, Open Source, and Cloud Technologies? π Canonical is hiring a Software Engineer – L3 Support to work remotely in the Asia Pacific region, including Chennai. This role involves troubleshooting complex infrastructure issues, working on OpenStack, Kubernetes, and Ceph, and contributing to upstream development.
If you’re looking for an exciting engineering career at a pioneering tech company, this opportunity is for you!
Why Join Canonical?
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Work remotely in a distributed team with global collaboration
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Contribute to Ubuntu and open-source technologies
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Gain hands-on experience in cloud infrastructure, containers, and storage
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Enjoy competitive compensation, annual bonuses, and learning opportunities
Key Responsibilities
π‘ Troubleshooting & Issue Resolution β Solve complex Linux-based infrastructure issues
π System Support & Development β Work on Kernel, OpenStack, Kubernetes, and Ceph
π Upstream Contributions β Develop bug fixes, backport patches & collaborate with communities
π Technical Documentation β Provide clear and concise reports on troubleshooting and resolutions
π€ Customer Interaction β Maintain relationships with enterprise clients and assist in issue resolution
Required Qualifications
| Requirement | Details |
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| π Education | Bachelorβs degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related fields |
| π» Technical Skills | Linux, Python, Go, C, or C++, Open Source tools, Cloud Infrastructure |
| π Experience | Hands-on with Kubernetes, OpenStack, Ceph, Virtualization (KVM) |
| π Soft Skills | Strong problem-solving, teamwork, and communication |
| β Travel | Willingness to travel up to 4 times a year for team meetups |
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Preferred Skills
β Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills
β Experience in distributed systems and cloud environments
β Passion for open-source software and community contributions
β Knowledge of Ubuntu packaging, Postgresql, MongoDB, and system architecture
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What Canonical Offers
π Remote-first work culture since 2004
π $2,000 annual learning & development budget
π° Annual performance-driven bonus
π Annual leave, maternity/paternity benefits
β Opportunity to travel globally for team meetups
π Recognition rewards & career growth opportunities
About Canonical
Canonical is the company behind Ubuntu, the most popular open-source operating system for cloud computing, AI, IoT, and enterprise systems. With a globally distributed team, Canonical is shaping the future of technology, software, and digital transformation.
How to Apply?
π Ready to be part of an innovative global tech team?
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