Senior Software Engineer - Python/MongoDB

Canonical is seeking an experienced Senior Software Engineer to join our team focused on delivering high-performing, reliable MongoDB deployments. You will play a pivotal role in building a fully managed, open-source solution that allows users to operate MongoDB across diverse environments, including multi-cloud and Kubernetes.

Key responsibilities

• Design and develop robust software solutions using Python to manage MongoDB clusters.
• Build and maintain automation tools for deploying and operating MongoDB in various infrastructure environments.
• Collaborate with a small, high-impact team to ensure the reliability and security of our managed database offerings.
• Contribute to the broader open-source ecosystem by improving deployment patterns and operational standards.

Requirements

• Accomplished senior Python programming skills with experience in mission-critical environments.
• Proven expertise in operating and managing MongoDB clusters at scale.
• Strong background in modern infrastructure automation or traditional Linux systems administration.
• Deep passion for software quality, automated testing, and engineering excellence.

What we offer

• The opportunity to work exclusively on impactful, large-scale open-source projects.
• A mature, remote-first working culture established over many years.
• Collaboration with a team of highly intelligent engineers across all levels of the organization.
• The flexibility to work from your preferred location while contributing to global technology standards.