Job Opening: Python Software Engineer at Canonical
Canonical is seeking a Python Software Engineer to join the Certification team, responsible for developing tools that enable the certification of hardware devices to work properly with Ubuntu Core, Ubuntu Desktop, and Ubuntu Server. The ideal candidate should be a Python developer familiar with hardware, who will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in driving the adoption of Linux across various device categories and industries.
Role Description
The role involves working on test automation tools or Linux-based embedded hardware, with a focus on pushing the industry forward by enabling new Linux-based hardware testing capabilities, scaling up hardware certification efforts, and expanding test coverage to improve the quality of the Linux experience for millions of users.
Key Responsibilities
- Maintain and develop new features for Python-based test automation tools like Checkbox
- Invent new ways to enable remote, automated testing
- Help build the software counterpart to in-house designed testing hardware
- Write functional and performance tests to support hardware enablement and protect from regressions
- Participate in international meetings involving occasional travel
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, especially 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, known as "the world's best free software platform." Canonical encourages diversity and provides an inclusive work environment, offering fair consideration to all applicants regardless of their identity.
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