The company is building a comprehensive automation suite to provide multi-cloud and on-premise data solutions for the enterprise. The data platform team is a collaborative unit developing a full range of data stores and data technologies, from big data and NoSQL to cache-layer capabilities and analytics, as well as structured SQL engines.
We are addressing the challenge of creating fault-tolerant, mission-critical distributed systems and aim to deliver the world's best automation solution for data platforms. We have several openings available, from junior to senior levels, and will help identify a suitable position based on your experience and interests. Engineers who thrive at the company understand open-source community dynamics and are aware of the needs of large, innovative organizations.
Key Responsibilities:
• Automate data platform operations to ensure fault-tolerant replication, TLS, installation, and more.
• Provide domain-specific expertise on actual data systems to other teams within the company.
• Collaborate proactively with a distributed team.
• Write high-quality, idiomatic Python code to create new features.
• Debug issues and interact publicly with upstream communities.
• Discuss ideas and collaborate on solid solutions.
• Work from home with global travel required for 2 to 4 weeks per year for internal and external events.
What We Are Looking For:
• Proven hands-on experience in software development using Python.
• Proven hands-on experience in distributed systems.
• A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Computer Science, STEM, or a related field.
• Willingness to travel up to four times a year for internal events.
Additional Skills That You Might Also Bring:
• Experience operating and managing data platform technologies (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, OpenSearch, Kafka, Yugabyte, etc.).
• Experience with Linux systems administration and operations.
• Familiarity with public or private cloud solutions like OpenStack.
• Experience with Kubernetes clusters and its applications for persistent data services.
What We Offer:
• Competitive base pay that varies based on geographical location, level of experience, knowledge, and skills.
• Additional benefits based on the role, including annual bonuses and sales incentives.
• Fully remote working environment.
• Personal learning and development budget of $2,000 per annum.
• Annual compensation review and recognition rewards.
• Annual holiday leave and parental leave.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Opportunity to travel for team meetings and 'sprints'.
• Priority Pass for travel and upgrades for long-haul company events.
About the company:
The company is a pioneering tech firm at the forefront of the global move to open source, known for publishing Ubuntu. The company values excellence and fosters a remote-first culture since its inception in 2004. The company aims to create a diverse workplace free from discrimination, encouraging applications from all identities.
