Software Engineer - Python - Cloud
What You’ll DoYou will contribute to developing, testing, and releasing improvements to cloud images and tooling used by public clouds and enterprise deployments. Work with distributed engineering teams and cloud partners to deliver reliable, high-quality Ubuntu-based images and automation.Collaborate proactively with a distributed team to design and implement solutionsWrite high-quality Python code, including unit and functional testsCreate, manage, and maintain Ubuntu cloud images and related toolingDebug issues across diverse target releases and environments; produce robust fixesReview code and provide constructive feedback to peersInvestigate problems, discuss ideas, and help drive practical engineering solutionsCommunicate with users and community contributors to ensure needs are metParticipate in occasional global travel (typically 2–4 weeks per year) for team sprints and eventsKey Qualifications (Required)Strong Python development experience on Linux platformsFamiliarity with Linux system administration principlesExperience writing unit and integration/functional tests and automationComfortable working in distributed teams and communicating asynchronouslyBachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in Computer Science, STEM, or related fieldPassion for quality, attention to edge cases, documentation, and user experiencePreferred / Nice-to-Have SkillsExperience with Ubuntu and Debian packaging (deb)Familiarity configuring apt and creating system imagesExperience with continuous integration (CI) systems and end-system contract managementExperience working with public clouds (AWS, Azure, GCP) or on-premise cloud environmentsPrior contributions to open source projects or community engagementWhat We OfferThe confidential client offers a distributed work environment with emphasis on growth, learning, and fairness. Benefits and compensation are shaped by geographic location, experience, and performance.Distributed work model with periodic in-person team sprintsPersonal learning & development budgetAnnual compensation review and performance-driven bonus opportunitiesPaid holiday leave and parental leave policiesEmployee assistance and wellness programsTravel support and perks for company eventsCompensation: Salary is determined based on location, experience, and qualifications. Where required by state law, a specific salary range will be disclosed to applicants.Location & Employment DetailsThis role is listed as telecommute/remote. The position involves working across time zones with occasional travel for team events. Employment eligibility verification will be conducted as required by law. Reasonable accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities during the hiring process; please contact CareerTakes if you need assistance.About the ClientThe confidential client is a pioneering organization in open-source software and operating systems used widely across public cloud, data science, AI, engineering, and IoT initiatives. The team values distributed collaboration, technical excellence, and community engagement. Joining this client gives you a chance to build tools used by millions and work on foundational infrastructure for modern cloud-native efforts.Equal Opportunity & Hiring TransparencyCareerTakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.If you have questions about how your data is used, please contact us directly.