Junior Software Developer - Observability Coimbra

Junior Software Developer - Observability
Coimbra
Coimbra, Coimbra District, Portugal

Canonical seeks a Junior Developer with proven skills in Python and/or Go. As part of the Observability team, you will develop a
- native monitoring stack that integrates top
- source monitoring tools. The stack is designed to be resilient, scalable, and
- friendly, providing deep insights with minimal setup and smooth operations.

This role offers an exciting opportunity for software engineers passionate about open source, Linux, Kubernetes, and Observability. Join Canonical, the international software company behind Ubuntu, and build a rewarding career working with talented professionals.

The monitoring stack will oversee applications across various cloud platforms like Kubernetes and Open
Stack, as well as on
- metal, virtual machines, and containers. It will monitor applications and infrastructure regardless of whether they are managed by Juju, leveraging multiple data sources, including Juju itself, to provide contextual telemetry and insights.

Learn more about the project here and here.

Location:

This role is remote, based in the EMEA and Americas regions.

Daily Responsibilities:

1. Collaborate proactively with a globally distributed team.
2. Write, test, and document
   - quality code for new features.
3. Debug issues and engage with the community.
4. Review code from other engineers.
5. Represent Canonical at conferences and events.
6. Work from home with 2 to 4 weeks of travel for events.

Candidate Requirements:

• Passion for technology and collaboration with talented teams.
• Soft skills: passionate, enterprising, thoughtful,
  - motivated.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Computer Science, STEM, or related fields.
• Proficiency in Python, preferably with open source experience.
• Working knowledge of Go.
• Interest/experience in Ubuntu Linux, container images, Debian packaging, snaps, or distributed systems.

What We Offer:

Compensation depends on location, experience, and skills. Additional benefits may include bonuses and incentives. Our philosophy is to ensure equity across our global team.

• Fully remote work environment.
• $2, 000 annual learning and development budget.
• Annual pay review.
• Recognition rewards.
• Holiday leave and parental leave.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Travel opportunities for team sprints.
• Travel upgrades for company events.

About Canonical:

Canonical is a leader in open source technology, publishing Ubuntu and advancing AI, Io
T, and cloud platforms. We set high standards for our team and have been
- first since 2004. Join us to work in a
- thinking environment that values innovation and excellence.

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive fair consideration.