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Software Engineer - Sustaining Engineering

Resolve critical software issues in the open source stack for global users

Work on sustaining engineering to address critical issues in Canonical's open source software stack. This role focuses on resolving software problems that affect millions of users worldwide. Collaborate with distributed teams across all time zones to maintain and improve key open source technologies.

Why This Role?

Work with some of the best people in the industry at Canonical on impactful open source software

Key Responsibilities

  • Diagnose and resolve critical software issues in open source components
  • Maintain and improve stability of Canonical's open source stack
  • Collaborate with global engineering teams across different time zones
  • Address software problems affecting millions of users worldwide
  • Contribute to sustaining engineering efforts for key open source projects

Requirements

  • Experience with open source software development
  • Ability to diagnose and resolve complex software issues
  • Experience working in distributed, remote teams
  • Familiarity with Canonical's technology stack or similar open source projects
  • Strong problem-solving skills for critical production issues

Required Skills

software developmentopen sourceproblem solvingsoftware engineeringcollaborationsustaining engineering
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Original description from Jooble

...millions across the world, then you will enjoy working with some of the best people in the industry at Canonical. Location: This is a remote role, we have teams in all time zones. This role deals with critical issues in the open source stack that require software...

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Company
Canonical
Source
Estimated salary
$140k–190k/yr
Based on similar roles — not stated by the employer
Job Type
full time
Location
Remote · Asia-Pacific
Category
Seniority
mid
Posted
Aug 1, 2026

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Yes, this is a regional remote role (Remote). Check the listing for location requirements.
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This is a full time position.
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