As the publisher of Ubuntu, we serve millions of developers building for the cloud, IoT and data science. We aim to make open source easier and more reliable for innovators and enterprises.
About This Role
* This position is ideal for a seasoned developer who has a passion for open-source software and has worked with real-world challenges developing and deploying software using Linux.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Maintain conversations with developer community members wherever they may be found - online forums, social media, meet-ups and more
2. Work with colleagues in other teams in the company to help establish commonality and consistent approaches
3. Help solve specific technical problems that users or colleagues have identified
4. Contribute to technical documentation to ensure that developer users' needs are met there
5. Identify new opportunities and directions for improvement in the developer experience we provide
6. Presentation at conferences, meetups or technical events
What We Are Looking For In You:
* A strong candidate has practical hands-on experience of Linux software packaging (including Snaps, debs, charms, rocks, PIP, containers)
* Understands current software packing issues and trends in the Linux ecosystem
* Has been a contributor to open-source communities, software and documentation
* Is an engaging, vivacious speaker and presenter
* Can work effectively, tactfully, empathetically and confidently in contexts where different parties have different perspectives, needs and understanding
* Builds trust, relationships and confidence
* Is willing to travel globally twice a year for company events, as well as to upstream and partner events
Why You'll Thrive Here:
* We're dedicated to making open source easier and more reliable for innovators and enterprises
* You'll have the opportunity to work on complex technical problems and collaborate with other experienced professionals