Data Engineer, DaaS
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Full Time
Senior (5 to 8 years)
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Junior (1 to 2 years), Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Technology, Open Source Software, Data CentersIndustries
Requirements
- STEM Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Computer Science
- Based in the Toronto area, with expectation of on-site work 4-6 days per calendar month
- Familiarity with software-driven operations
- Passion for home lab hacking (highly desirable)
- Strong Python skills (highly desirable)
Responsibilities
- Operate a fully automated server lab with the latest server and network silicon from leading vendors, remotely and while on-site
- Maintain accurate inventory and layout of the hardware in the data centre
- Receive, install and configure new hardware
- Actively exercise MAAS functionality by using integrations with testing and scheduling software such as Testflinger. Report issues and assist in troubleshooting
- Use Python development skills to enhance software-driven operations of the data centre
- Improve and extend hardware and network monitoring through automation
- Collaborate with other MAAS engineers, other data centre hardware specialists, teams responsible for certifying hardware for Ubuntu, kernel engineers and other teams who use the hardware lab
Skills
Key technologies and capabilities for this role
Questions & Answers
Common questions about this position
Is this position remote or does it require on-site work?
The role is remote with on-site requirements, ideally based in the Toronto area, with an expectation of on-site work 4-6 days per calendar month.
What is the salary for this Data Center Infrastructure Engineer role?
This information is not specified in the job description.
What are the key skills and qualifications required for this position?
A STEM Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Computer Science, is required, along with strong Python development skills, familiarity with software-driven operations, and experience operating automated server labs.
What is the company culture like at Canonical?
Canonical pioneers global distributed collaboration with 1100+ colleagues in 75+ countries and very few office-based roles, with teams meeting two to four times yearly in person in interesting locations worldwide.
What makes a strong candidate for this MAAS Data Center Infrastructure Engineer role?
Ideal candidates have a STEM Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, strong Python skills, familiarity with software-driven operations, and a passion for home lab hacking.
Canonical
Provides enterprise support for Ubuntu OS
About Canonical
Canonical publishes Ubuntu, an open-source operating system, and offers various commercial services for it. Their products include extended security maintenance, kernel livepatch services, and enterprise support, which help businesses maintain secure and efficient infrastructure. Canonical partners with hardware and software vendors to certify that Ubuntu operates well on different devices, enhancing its reliability. The company generates revenue through subscription services, support contracts, and certification fees. Canonical stands out from competitors with its strong emphasis on security, data center automation, and developer experience, making Ubuntu a preferred choice for enterprises. The goal of Canonical is to provide comprehensive, secure, and customizable solutions for a diverse clientele, from individual developers to large organizations.
London, United KingdomHeadquarters
2004Year Founded
$9.6MTotal Funding
EARLY_VCCompany Stage
Enterprise Software, CybersecurityIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees
Benefits
Performance Bonus
Professional Development Budget
Paid Vacation
Parental Leave
Mental Health Support
Remote Work Options
Risks
Competition from other Linux distributions like Red Hat and SUSE is increasing.
Potential security vulnerabilities in new Ubuntu releases could affect user trust.
Rapid AI evolution may require Canonical to invest significantly to stay competitive.
Differentiation
Canonical is a leader in the enterprise open-source market with Ubuntu.
The company offers extended security maintenance and enterprise support for Ubuntu.
Canonical partners with hardware vendors to certify Ubuntu's compatibility and performance.
Upsides
Growing demand for edge computing boosts Canonical's partnerships, like with congatec.
RISC-V architecture expansion offers new opportunities for Ubuntu's market reach.
Hardware acceleration in web browsers enhances user experience with Canonical's Chromium snap.
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