via Lever · 7 September 2026 ·12 days ago

Software Engineer - OpenStack

jobgether
UK Full-time
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Accountabilities

  • Develop high-quality software and new features for OpenStack and Ceph deployment and management.

  • Collaborate proactively with a globally distributed engineering team to design effective technical solutions.

  • Debug complex technical issues, investigate root causes, and implement reliable fixes.

  • Review code from other engineers and contribute constructive feedback to maintain high engineering standards.

  • Help ensure OpenStack and Ceph operate successfully across multiple hardware architectures and computing environments.

  • Contribute to infrastructure automation and infrastructure-as-code solutions using Python and related technologies.

  • Participate in technical discussions, architecture decisions, and collaborative problem-solving.

  • Work remotely while participating in international travel several times per year for internal and external events.

Requirements


  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Computer Science, STEM, or a related technical discipline.

  • Professional software engineering experience with strong proficiency in Python.

  • Demonstrated interest or experience in at least two relevant technologies or domains, such as Ubuntu Linux, Kubernetes, OpenStack, Ceph, AI/ML, QEMU/KVM, LXC/LXD, Go, C, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, Debian packaging, or scalable web services.

  • Experience working with OpenStack, OVN, Open vSwitch, or related cloud and infrastructure technologies.

  • Experience with non-x86 architectures such as ARM64, s390, Power, or other architectures is highly valuable.

  • Strong understanding of software engineering principles, debugging, code review, and collaborative development.

  • Passion for open-source software, Linux, distributed systems, and the evolution of software-defined data centers.

  • Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively within a globally distributed organization.

  • Self-motivated, curious, flexible, accountable, and comfortable taking ownership of technical challenges.

  • Ability and willingness to travel internationally approximately two to four times per year, typically for one to two weeks at a time.
Benefits:
  • Flexible, remote-first working environment.

  • Learning and professional development opportunities.

  • Annual compensation review.

  • Recognition and rewards programs.

  • Annual leave.

  • Priority Pass travel benefits.

  • Opportunity to work with open-source technologies used across cloud, AI, IoT, and enterprise environments.

  • Collaboration with a globally distributed team of experienced engineers.

  • Regular international team events, typically held two to four times per year in different locations.

  • Inclusive working environment committed to equal employment opportunities and valuing diverse experiences and perspectives.

  • Reasonable accommodations available for candidates who require support during the interview or travel process.

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