Job Opportunity: Python Software Engineer at Canonical
Canonical is hiring a Python Software Engineer to join the Certification team, responsible for developing tools to ensure proper functionality of desktops, laptops, servers, and IoT devices.
The Certification team designs hardware for independent device probing and develops frameworks for software tests to verify all aspects of Ubuntu on the hardware. The role offers an opportunity to contribute to the adoption of Linux across multiple device categories and industries.
Role Description
The ideal candidate is a Python developer familiar with hardware and experienced in test automation tools or Linux-based embedded hardware.
The role involves maintaining and developing new features for Python-based test automation tools, enabling remote and automated testing, and writing functional and performance tests to support hardware enablement and protect from regressions.
Key Responsibilities
- Maintain and add new features to Python-based test automation tools like Checkbox.
- Invent new ways to enable remote, automated testing.
- Write functional and performance tests to support hardware enablement.
- Participate in international meetings involving travel 2-3 times per year.
Required Skills and Experience
- Knowledge of Python programming language.
- Quality-oriented, pragmatic approach to software design and implementation.
- Interest in test automation methodologies.
- Previous experience working with Ubuntu or other Linux distributions.
- Ability to be productive in a globally distributed team.
Desired Skills and Experience
- Passion for tinkering and making.
- Experience working in an agile environment.
- Hardware testing experience, particularly in the IoT space.
- Familiarity with the C programming language.
About Canonical
Canonical is a growing international software company that collaborates with the open-source community to deliver Ubuntu, "the world's best free software platform." The company promotes a workplace free from discrimination and values diversity of experience, perspectives, and backgrounds.
Whatever your identity, Canonical will give your application fair consideration.
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