# Software Engineer – Solutions Engineering Remote from🌐 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 67 / 5 [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 is seeking a Software Engineer for their Solutions Engineering team to work on open source infrastructure automation. The role involves developing Python and Golang code for model-driven operations, collaborating with a global team, and shaping high-quality monitoring and alerting systems. Candidates should have a passion for distributed systems, cloud computing, and the Linux stack. The position offers remote work with occasional global travel and a focus on DevOps workflows. ### Role DNA Job Complexity Easy Hard Pace & Pressure Relaxed Fast-paced Autonomy Level Guided Full Ownership Communication Load Independent Highly Collaborative AI Insight This role requires deep technical expertise in Python, Golang, Linux, and cloud technologies, along with leadership skills to guide a team, making it challenging but not the hardest. ### Salary Analysis Median Market Rate $120,000US Market $90k – 160k 0 $176k AI Insight The offered salary is not specified, but based on market data, the typical range for this role is $90,000 to $160,000, with a median around $120,000. This is competitive for a senior software engineering position with leadership responsibilities. ### Core Skills Required [Python](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=Python.md) [Golang](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=Golang.md) [Linux](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=Linux.md) [OpenStack](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=OpenStack.md) [Kubernetes](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=Kubernetes.md) [DevOps](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=DevOps.md) [Cloud Computing](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=Cloud+Computing.md) [Infrastructure as Code](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=Infrastructure+as+Code.md) [Distributed Systems](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=Distributed+Systems.md) [Agile](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=Agile.md) ### Cover Letter Sample Dear Hiring Manager, I am writing to express my strong interest in the Software Engineer - Solutions Engineering position at Canonical. With a solid background in Python and Golang, along with extensive experience in Linux and cloud computing, I am excited about the opportunity to contribute to your open source infrastructure automation initiatives. My expertise in designing and delivering high-quality software, combined with a passion for DevOps and distributed systems, aligns perfectly with the requirements of this role. I have a proven track record of working collaboratively in global teams and driving projects to successful completion. I am particularly drawn to Canonical's mission to revolutionize open source operations and would be honored to bring my skills to your innovative team. Thank you for considering my application. Sincerely, [Your Name] Copy ### Sample Interview Questions Describe your experience with Python and Golang in building automation tools.I have used Python extensively for scripting and building APIs, and Golang for performance-critical components. For example, I developed a Python-based CI/CD pipeline and a Golang service for monitoring infrastructure.How do you ensure high code quality in your team?I enforce code reviews, unit testing, and continuous integration. I also advocate for clear documentation and design patterns to maintain consistency.Explain a challenging problem you solved related to cloud infrastructure.I optimized a Kubernetes cluster that had resource contention. By analyzing metrics and adjusting resource limits and node affinities, I improved stability and performance by 30%.How do you stay updated with the latest in open source technologies?I follow key blogs, contribute to open source projects, and attend conferences. I also experiment with new tools in my lab environment.Tell us about a time you led a team to deliver a complex project.I led a team of four engineers to redesign our monitoring system. We used agile methodologies, had daily stand-ups, and delivered on time, which reduced alert noise by 50%. Canonical is a leading provider of open source software and operating systems to the 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 world’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 75+ 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. Help us shape the future of open source IT, devops, and IS, from bare metal to containers. Our goal is to revolutionise open source application and infrastructure operations. We want to transform the world of software operations by enabling true model-driven operations via next-generation infrastructure-as-code. This will allow companies to run very efficient bare-metal operations for high-performance computing, private cloud, data lakes, AI/ML, and analytics. We need to invent some new technology, and we need to build some new products; we are therefore looking for someone who can lead and inspire a regional software engineering team to fulfill this initiative. The Solutions Engineering team works in close collaboration with our managed infrastructure operations team, which runs many private OpenStack clouds and Kubernetes clusters for customers around the world. This enables us to improve our infra-as-code products based on our own real experience, mirroring that of our users and customers. We work in Python, creating open source automation capabilities that simplify operations for anybody, anywhere, who is building on Ubuntu. Most of the team’s work involves pure Python software development focused on enabling true DevOps workflows. We strive for high quality in both design, documentation, tests, and performance as we enhance operations code packages and Ubuntu itself in order to ensure our platform is the easiest, most robust, and best performing for driving your infrastructure. This role is ideal for software engineers who want to work in a global team, have a passion for distributed systems and cloud computing, and an interest in the entire Linux stack – from kernel to networking to virtualization and containers. ## What you will do * Work in Python and Golang to design and deliver open source software operations code * Work with the entire Linux stack, from kernel, networking, storage, to applications * Shape high quality open source monitoring and alerting infrastructure * Rethink open source operations for our customers and open source community * Demonstrate sound engineering design and testing principles in your code * Follow agile software development practices * Coach and develop your colleagues where you have insights * Grow a healthy, collaborative engineering culture in line with the company values * Global travel up to 10% of time for internal and external events ## Who you are * You are a passionate Python developer * You are organised and want your team to deliver timely, high quality software * You understand the importance of reliable operations in an agile world * You have sound knowledge of cloud computing concepts & technologies * You have practical knowledge of Linux and networking * You are a lifelong learner ## Bonus points for * You have graduated with a university degree in Computer Science or related software engineering field * Golang programming skills ## 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 * Team Member Assistance Program & Wellness Platform * 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; in order to succeed, we need to be the best at what we do. Most colleagues at Canonical have worked from home since our 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. 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/149560-software-engineer-solutions-engineering.md) > Annual salary information is not provided for this position. 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