Site Reliability Engineer

CanonicalCanonical·Remote(Home based - Worldwide)·Work From Anywhere
Software Development
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WFA Digital Insight

The demand for skilled Site Reliability Engineers has surged in recent years, with companies like Canonical leading the charge in open source innovation. As a pioneer in globally distributed collaboration, Canonical offers a unique work environment that values autonomy and creativity. With the rise of cloud computing and DevOps, professionals with expertise in Linux, Python, and networking are in high demand. To succeed in this role, candidates should be prepared to demonstrate their problem-solving skills and passion for open source technologies.

Job Description

About the Role

Canonical is seeking a skilled Site Reliability Engineer to join their team. The company is a leading provider of open source software and operating systems, with a strong focus on innovation and collaboration.

Responsibilities

  • Deploy and run OpenStack, Kubernetes, storage solutions, and open source applications, applying DevOps practices
  • Identify and address incidents, monitor and observe applications, anticipate potential issues, and enable product refinement to achieve high-quality standards
  • Work on the entire stack, from bare-metal networking and kernel up to Kubernetes and open source applications

Requirements

  • Strong background in Linux, Python, networking, and knowledge of how clouds work
  • Ability to work in operations with mission-critical services for global brand-name customers
  • Genuine interest in the full open source infrastructure stack from bare metal to containers

How to Stand Out

  • Be prepared to discuss your experience with automation tools and DevOps practices, and how you've applied them in previous roles.
  • Showcase your problem-solving skills by providing examples of complex issues you've resolved in the past.
  • Familiarize yourself with Canonical's core technologies, such as OpenStack and Kubernetes, to demonstrate your enthusiasm for the role.
  • Highlight your ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a distributed team.
  • Consider creating a personal project that demonstrates your skills in open source infrastructure and automation to stand out from other candidates.

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