# Golang Engineer Remote fromšŸŒ AnywhereAnnual salary Undisclosed Salary information is not provided for this position. Check our [Salary Directory](https://jobicy.com/salaries.md) to estimate the average compensation for similar roles.Department [Software Engineering](https://jobicy.com/categories/engineering.md) Employment type Full Time, Job posted21 Jul 2026Apply before21 Aug 2026Experience level Senior Views / Applies 79 / 7 [About company](https://jobicy.com/company/canonical-ltd.md) * Share About [Canonical Ltd.](https://jobicy.com/company/canonical-ltd.md) Trusted open source for enterprises [Computer Software](https://jobicy.com/company-category/software.md) * 2004 Actively Hiring Verified job posting This job post has been [manually reviewed](https://jobicy.com/tools/help-center/employee/how-does-jobicy-verify-the-legitimacy-of-remote-job-listings.md) for authenticity and compliance. ### AI Summary Canonical, the publisher of Ubuntu, is hiring Golang engineers of all levels to work on core systems like Juju, LXD, and Snapd. The role involves designing and implementing high-quality Go software, debugging, participating in code reviews, and collaborating with a global distributed team. Candidates should have excellent academic records, strong Linux experience, and a passion for open source. The company offers a fully remote work environment with bi-annual travel for team events. This is an opportunity to work on cutting-edge open-source technology used by major enterprises worldwide. ### Role DNA Job Complexity Easy Hard Pace & Pressure Relaxed Fast-paced Autonomy Level Guided Full Ownership Communication Load Independent Highly Collaborative AI Insight The role demands expertise in Golang and Linux, distributed systems, and high engineering standards, but is open to all seniority levels, balancing challenge with accessibility. ### Salary Analysis Median Market Rate $130,000US Market $90k ā€“ 180k 0 $198k AI Insight The job posting does not specify a salary, which is common for remote roles. Based on market data for Golang engineers in the US, the median salary is approximately $130,000 annually, with a typical range of $90,000 to $180,000 depending on experience. Candidates should expect a competitive package aligned with their seniority. ### Core Skills Required [Golang](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=Golang.md) [Linux](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=Linux.md) [Ubuntu](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=Ubuntu.md) [Open Source](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=Open+Source.md) [Distributed Systems](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=Distributed+Systems.md) [API Development](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=API+Development.md) [Code Review](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=Code+Review.md) [Debugging](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=Debugging.md) [Remote Collaboration](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=Remote+Collaboration.md) [System Administration](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=System+Administration.md) ### Cover Letter Sample Dear Hiring Team, I am excited to apply for the Golang Engineer position at Canonical. With a strong background in software engineering and a deep passion for open-source technologies, I have extensive experience designing and building high-performance systems in Go. My expertise includes Linux system administration, distributed systems, and API development, which align perfectly with the responsibilities outlined in the job description. In my previous roles, I have contributed to open-source projects and collaborated with global teams, honing my ability to work asynchronously and communicate effectively. I am particularly drawn to Canonical's mission to democratize open-source and the opportunity to work on core Ubuntu components like LXD and Snapd. I am confident that my technical skills, self-motivation, and commitment to quality would make me a valuable addition to your team. I look forward to the possibility of contributing to Canonical's success and growing as an engineer in your distributed environment. Sincerely, [Your Name] Copy ### Sample Interview Questions Describe your experience designing and implementing a distributed system in Go. What challenges did you face and how did you overcome them?In my previous role, I built a microservice-based event processing system using Go. The main challenge was handling concurrent data streams and ensuring fault tolerance. I used goroutines and channels for concurrency, implemented circuit breakers, and used distributed tracing to debug issues. The system achieved high throughput and reliability.How do you approach debugging a complex issue in a Linux environment? Provide an example.I start by reproducing the issue and gathering logs. For a memory leak in a Go service, I used pprof to profile memory usage and identified an unbounded cache. I then implemented an LRU eviction policy and added metrics monitoring to prevent recurrence.Explain how you ensure code quality in a collaborative, remote team setting.I advocate for thorough code reviews, automated testing (unit, integration, and e2e), and CI/CD pipelines. In remote teams, clear documentation and synchronous pair programming sessions for complex changes help maintain quality. I also use linters and static analysis tools.What is your experience with Linux system administration and how does it benefit your development work?I have extensive experience with Debian/Ubuntu, including package management, systemd, and network configuration. This allows me to understand the runtime environment of my applications, optimize performance, and troubleshoot issues effectively. It also helps when contributing to system-level projects like container runtimes.Why are you interested in working at Canonical and contributing to open-source software?I believe that open-source software drives innovation and democratizes technology. Canonical's impact on the ecosystem through Ubuntu and its tools aligns with my values. I am excited about the opportunity to work on foundational infrastructure that powers cloud, AI, and IoT, and to collaborate with a global community of engineers. Canonical is a leading provider of open-source software and operating systems for global enterprise and technology markets. Our platform, Ubuntu, is very widely used in breakthrough enterprise initiatives such as public cloud, data science, AI, engineering innovation and IoT. Our customers include the worldā€™s leading public cloud and silicon providers, and industry leaders in many sectors. The company is a pioneer of global distributed collaboration, with 1200+ colleagues in more than 80 countries and very few office-based roles. Teams meet two to four times yearly in person, in interesting locations around the world, to align on strategy and execution. The company is founder led, profitable and growing. We are hiring Golang engineers of all levels of seniority, for all relevant teams at Canonical. Apply here if you are an exceptional software engineer who prefers to work in Go. After the first round of interviews weā€™ll find the best fit product team at Canonical for you to progress your application based on your personal interests. Canonical prefers Golang for software where performance and security are primary considerations. We also have substantial projects in Python, C, C++ and are starting to invest in Rust. For front-end development we prefer React and Flutter. Golang is an essential language for our engineering teams, who build the systems that deliver Ubuntu to the world. From our software distribution systems, to those which build and test every possible kind of open source on every architecture, from our systems management tools to our distributed systems operations R&D, we count on Golang for its tasteful concurrency and developer ecosystem. Juju, Livepatch, LXD, MAAS, Microk8s, Snapd, Ubuntu Core, Ubuntu Pro, and many more Canonical offerings include Golang components. We also want to ensure that Ubuntu is the very best platform for Golang development, offering easy access to the widest range of tooling and capabilities that support cutting edge open source and enterprise development. Join us in our mission to deliver innovative open-source solutions to individuals and enterprises around the world. We expect the highest engineering standards and strong motivation to get things done well in a fully remote and distributed environment. These roles require extensive personal experience with Linux ā€“ the more different versions of Linux the better! Location: we have open roles for Golang engineers in every time zone ## The role entails * Design and implement well-tested and documented software in Go * Debug and fix issues encountered by your users * Participate in our engineering process through code and architectural reviews * Collaborate with community and colleagues on technical specifications * Seek improvements to engineering and operations practices * In some cases, deploy and operate services developed by the team * Contribute to the success of your product through technical advocacy ## What we are looking for in you * An exceptional academic track record from both high school and university * Undergraduate degree in Computer Science or STEM, or a compelling narrative about your alternative path * Drive and a track record of going above-and-beyond expectations * Well-organized, self-starting and able to deliver to schedule * Professional manner interacting with colleagues, partners, and community * Experience designing and writing high-quality Golang software on Linux * Experience with and passion for Linux at the system level * For more senior roles, experience building, deploying, and operating distributed systems and APIs * Professional written and spoken English * Experience with Linux (Debian or Ubuntu preferred) * Excellent interpersonal skills, curiosity, flexibility, and accountability * Passion, thoughtfulness, and self-motivation * Excellent communication and presentation skills * Result-oriented, with a personal drive to meet commitments * Ability to travel twice a year, for company events up to two weeks each ## Nice-to-have skills * Experience developing for Ubuntu Linux * Experience with Juju, LXD, Microk8s, Snapd, Ubuntu Core, Ubuntu Pro * Performance engineering and security experience ## What we offer colleagues 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 recognize outstanding performance. In addition to base pay, we offer a performance-driven annual bonus or commission. 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 * Annual compensation review * Recognition rewards * Annual holiday leave * Maternity and paternity leave * Employee Assistance Program * Opportunity to travel to new locations to meet colleagues * Priority Pass, and travel upgrades for long haul company events ## 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 ā€“ 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.ā€‹ Working here is a step into the future, and will challenge you to think differently, work smarter, learn new skills, and raise your game. 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.](https://canonical.com/careers/diversity/identity) #LI-remote Show more [Apply now >](https://jobicy.com/jobs/149538-golang-engineer-2.md) > Annual salary information is not provided for this position. 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