Junior Cloud Field Engineer

Canonical, the company behind Ubuntu, is seeking a Junior Cloud Field Engineer to join their distributed team. This role combines software engineering, cloud architecture, and customer-facing responsibilities, making it ideal for developers who enjoy solving customer problems through architecture, presentations, and training. The position involves working with global companies to implement private cloud infrastructure, Linux, and cloud-native operations.

The role is deeply technical, requiring expertise across the Linux stack and cloud technologies. You'll be working with cutting-edge tools and platforms including OpenStack, Kubernetes, and various public cloud providers. The position offers significant learning opportunities in cloud infrastructure, Linux systems, and open source applications, while working directly with customers from diverse industries.

Canonical offers a unique work environment with 1200+ colleagues across 75+ countries, emphasizing distributed work with periodic in-person team meetings. The company culture values technical excellence, continuous learning, and collaborative problem-solving. Benefits include a generous learning budget, comprehensive health benefits, and opportunities for global travel.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone starting their career in cloud engineering, offering exposure to enterprise-level problems and the chance to work with leading-edge open source technologies. The role combines technical depth with customer interaction, making it ideal for those who enjoy both technical challenges and human interaction.