Frontend Developer

Canonical is a leading provider of open-source software and operating systems, including the Ubuntu platform used in public cloud, data science, AI, and IoT. The company operates as a globally distributed organization with a focus on open-source collaboration and enterprise-grade software solutions.

• Design and implement well-tested and documented software in Web technologies or Flutter;
• Debug and fix issues encountered by users;
• Participate in the engineering process through code and architectural reviews;
• Collaborate with community and colleagues on technical specifications;
• Contribute to technical documentation;
• Seek improvements to engineering and operations practices;
• Deploy and operate services developed by the team;
• Contribute to the success of the product through technical advocacy.

• Exceptional academic track record from high school and university;
• Undergraduate degree in Computer Science or STEM, or a compelling narrative about an alternative path;
• Drive and a track record of going above and beyond expectations;
• Well-organised, self-starting and able to deliver to schedule;
• Professional manner in interacting with colleagues, partners, and community;
• Experience designing and writing high-quality Web technologies;
• Experience with and passion for Typescript, React or Flutter;
• Eye for accessibility and performance;
• 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 for up to two weeks each;
• Nice to have: Experience with container tech such as LXD, Docker and Kubernetes, Attention to detail concerning user-centric UI development, REST API design, development and governance, Performance engineering and security experience.

• Performance-driven annual bonus or commission;
• 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 Programme;
• Opportunity to travel to new locations to meet colleagues;
• Priority Pass and travel upgrades for long-haul company events.