Software Engineer - Ubuntu Server Certification

About the role

Canonical is looking for a Software Engineer to join its Server Certification team. You will develop and maintain Python‑based testing tools that validate Ubuntu Server on the latest enterprise hardware, ensuring a smooth out‑of‑the‑box experience for customers.

Key responsibilities

• Contribute to open‑source testing frameworks such as Checkbox and Testflinger.
• Troubleshoot hardware compatibility, functionality, and performance issues.
• Provide technical support to hardware partners during certification.
• Educate partners on Canonical tools, processes, and product roadmaps.
• Assist internal teams with deployments of Datacenter and Cloud products on partner hardware.
• Work remotely with 2–4 trips per year for internal and external events.

Required profile

• Strong knowledge of Python and shell scripting.
• Familiarity with server‑class hardware and Ubuntu Linux.
• Understanding of virtualization and cloud‑computing concepts.
• Comfortable interacting with customers and partners.

Required skills

• Python
• Shell scripting
• Ubuntu Linux
• Virtualization technologies (QEMU, KVM, LXC/LXD, Docker)
• Cloud computing concepts
• CI/CD pipelines
• Test automation tools for hardware validation

What we offer

• Fast‑paced, collaborative team environment.
• Opportunities for learning and professional development.
• Remote work with occasional travel.
• Contribution to widely used open‑source projects.