Developer Relations Engineer

Canonical, the company behind Ubuntu, is seeking a Developer Relations Engineer to join their newly created Developer Relations team. This role combines technical expertise with community engagement, focusing on improving the developer experience for millions of users building for cloud, IoT, and data science.

The position requires a unique blend of programming skills, open-source experience, and communication abilities. As a Developer Relations Engineer, you'll be responsible for bridging the gap between Canonical's products and the developer community, contributing to product strategy, maintaining community relationships, and creating technical content.

The role offers a truly remote work environment, with Canonical being a remote-first company since 2004. You'll be part of a global team, working in Americas time zones, with opportunities to travel for company events and conferences. The ideal candidate should have strong Linux expertise, experience with software packaging, and a demonstrated history of open-source contributions.

Benefits include a competitive compensation package with annual reviews, a generous learning budget, comprehensive leave policies, and travel perks. Canonical offers a unique opportunity to work at the forefront of open source technology, making a direct impact on how developers worldwide interact with Ubuntu and related tools.

The company culture emphasizes excellence and innovation, with a focus on distributed teamwork and global collaboration. This role is perfect for someone who is passionate about open source, enjoys solving complex technical problems, and can effectively communicate with diverse stakeholder groups.