Developer Relations Engineer

Canonical, the publisher of Ubuntu, is seeking a Developer Relations Engineer to join their newly created Developer Relations team. This role combines technical expertise with strategic communication skills to engage with open source communities and developer-centric organizations. The position involves being a bridge between the developer community and Canonical, helping to shape products and priorities while communicating the company's vision for better open source development experiences.

The ideal candidate will be a passionate programmer with deep open-source software experience, particularly in Linux environments. They'll need practical experience with various software packaging systems and a strong understanding of the Linux ecosystem. The role requires excellent communication skills, as you'll be presenting at conferences, creating technical content, and maintaining relationships with community members across various platforms.

Working at Canonical offers a unique opportunity to influence the future of open source technology. The company has been remote-first since 2004, offering a modern and flexible work environment. Benefits include a generous learning budget, regular team meetups, and the chance to work on technology that impacts millions of developers worldwide. The role particularly suits someone who combines technical depth with excellent interpersonal skills and a drive for innovation in the open source space.

As part of Canonical's global team, you'll help shape the future of Ubuntu and contribute to making open source software more accessible and reliable for innovators and enterprises worldwide. The position offers significant growth potential and the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies in cloud computing, IoT, and data science.