Canonical is a leading provider of open source software and operating systems to the global enterprise and technology markets. Our platform, Ubuntu, is very widely used in breakthrough enterprise initiatives such as public cloud, data science, AI, engineering innovation, and IoT.
The company is founder-led, profitable, and growing. Our mission is to make open source software available to people everywhere. We create world-renowned software, impacting the lives of millions of people every day.
The web team works in a multi-disciplinary environment with visual designers, UX designers, and other developers to bring exciting new web projects to life. We help and learn from each other and constantly strive to improve both our work and our processes.
Responsibilities and Requirements
The Web Developer role requires :
- Demonstrable experience of work on modern web applications
- A strong understanding of HTML, CSS with SCSS and JavaScript
- Experience with JavaScript components libraries
- Experience with TypeScript
- Experience with responsive user interfaces for a wide range of devices and browsers
- Experience with Git or other version control systems
- Awareness of SEO best practice
- Consideration of accessibility in all aspects of your work
- A strong understanding of web performance in complex user interfaces
- Ability to interact with UX, designers, and server-side developers
- Curiosity about technology and a thirst to learn
- Based in EMEA timezones (Europe, the Middle East, and Africa)
- University degree or equivalent education
Useful experience includes :
Familiarity with Linux desktop technologiesServer-side languages, such as Python or NodeJSExperience working on a large-scale React (with TypeScript) projectA history of open source contributionsRelevant work experienceIn this Team
You will :
Create high-fidelity websites and web apps using the latest incarnations of HTML, CSS (SCSS), and JavaScript (React and TypeScript)Help maintain existing projects, including updating content and adding new pagesManage incoming requests for updates and liaise with or delegate to other people as necessaryEnsure the standard of our output remains high and consistent across our whole product portfolioEnsure new pages are published according to specification and in compliance with our web style guideParticipate in and contribute to our living style guide, Vanilla FrameworkWork closely with UX designers and visual designers to implement exemplary user experiencesWhat we Offer
We offer :
Distributed work environment with twice-yearly team sprints in personPersonal learning and development budget of USD 2,000 per yearAnnual compensation reviewRecognition rewardsAnnual holiday leaveMaternity and paternity leaveTeam Member Assistance Program & Wellness PlatformOpportunity to travel to new locations to meet colleaguesPriority Pass and travel upgrades for long-haul company eventsAbout Canonical
Canonical is a pioneering tech firm at the forefront of the global move to open source. We are proud to foster a workplace free from discrimination and offer equal opportunities to all applicants.
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