[Remote] Python Software Engineer - Ubuntu Hardware Certification Team

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Canonical is a growing international software company that works with the open-source community to deliver Ubuntu. They are seeking a Python Software Engineer to join the Certification team, focusing on developing tools to certify hardware for Ubuntu environments. Responsibilities • Maintain and develop new features to our Python based test automation tools like Checkbox, used by both in-house teams and industry partners • Invent new ways to enable remote, automated testing • Help build the software counterpart to in-house designed testing hardware to help test device enablement (graphics, hotplug, bluetooth, etc) • Write functional and performance tests to support hardware enablement and to protect from regressions • Participate in meetings involving international travel 2-3 times per year Skills • Knowledge of Python programming language • Quality oriented, pragmatic approach to software design and implementation • Interest in test automation methodologies • Previous experience working with Ubuntu or other Linux distributions • Ability to be productive in a globally distributed team • Passion for tinkering: you are a maker • Experience working in an agile environment • Hardware testing experience, for example in the IoT space • Familiarity with the C programming language Company Overview • We deliver open source to the world faster, more securely and more cost effectively than any other company. It was founded in 2004, and is headquartered in London, England, GB, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is Company H1B Sponsorship • Canonical has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 4 in 2025, 1 in 2024, 1 in 2023, 3 in 2022, 1 in 2021, 1 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Apply tot his job