Python Software Engineer, Commercial Systems (Remote) at Canonical Nigeria

Canonical is a pioneering tech firm at the forefront of the global move to open source. As the company that publishes Ubuntu, one of the most important open source projects and the platform for AI, IoT and the cloud, we are changing the world of software. We recruit on a global basis and set a very high standard for people joining the company. We expect excellence - in order to succeed, we need to be the best at what we do. Most colleagues at Canonical have worked from home since its inception in 2004. Working here is a step into the future, and will challenge you to think differently, work smarter, learn new skills, and raise your game.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Python Software Engineer, Commercial Systems

Location: Remote

Description

• We are hiring a Python Software Engineer at any seniority level, who strives for the highest engineering quality, seeks improvements, continuously develops their skills, and applies them at work. 
• This is an exciting opportunity to work with many popular software systems, integrations technologies, and exciting open source solutions.
• The Commercial Systems unit is conceived as five engineering teams that closely collaborate with other engineering and business teams at Canonical. Services designed, developed, and operated by the Commercial Systems unit are at the heart of Canonical business and Python plays an integral role in it. We are looking for Python Software Engineers for the Integrations team.
• The Integrations team is responsible for the automation of SAAS user management and onboarding of new data sources to the data mesh. 
• The team designs, develops, and operates a Python based solution to automate SAAS seat management and track spend across the application portfolio. 
• Furthermore the team integrates internal and external data sources into the data mesh using open-source ETL solutions, enabling more data driven decisions in the organization.
• This role will be based remotely in the EMEA region.

Responsibilities
The role entails:

• Develop engineering solutions leveraging Python
• Collaborate with colleagues on technical designs and code reviews
• Deploy and operate services developed by the team
• Depending on your seniority, coach, mentor, and offer career development feedback
• Develop and evangelize great engineering and organizational practices

Requirements
What we are looking for in you:

• Exceptional academic track record from both high school and university
• Undergraduate Degree in a technical subject or a compelling narrative about your alternative chosen path
• Track record of going above-and-beyond expectations to achieve outstanding results 
• Experience with software development in Python
• Professional written and spoken English with excellent presentation skills
• Result-oriented, with a personal drive to meet commitments 
• Ability to travel internationally twice a year, for company events up to two weeks long

Nice-to-have skills:

• Performance engineering and security experience
• Experience with Airbyte, Ranger, Temporal, or Trino

What We Offer Colleagues

• We consider geographical location, experience, and performance in shaping compensation worldwide. We revisit compensation annually (and more often for graduates and associates) to ensure we recognize outstanding performance. 
• In addition to base pay, we offer a performance-driven annual bonus or commission. We provide all team members with additional benefits, which reflect our values and ideals. We balance our programs to meet local needs and ensure fairness globally.
• 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 Program
• Opportunity to travel to new locations to meet colleagues
• Priority Pass, and travel upgrades for long haul company events

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online