Web Developer

Canonical is a leading provider of open source software and operating systems to the global enterprise and technology markets. Our platform, Ubuntu, is widely used in breakthrough enterprise initiatives such as public cloud, data science, AI, engineering innovation, and IoT. Our customers include the world’s leading public cloud and silicon providers, and industry leaders in many sectors. Our company is a pioneer of global distributed collaboration with 1200+ colleagues in 75+ countries and very few office‑based roles. Teams meet two to four times yearly in person, in interesting locations around the world, to align on strategy and execution.The company is founder‑led, profitable, and growing.Our mission is great open sourceIt is our mission 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.Required skills and experienceDemonstrable experience of work on modern web applicationsA strong understanding of HTML, CSS with SCSS and JavaScriptExperience with JavaScript component librariesExperience with TypeScriptExperience with responsive user interfaces for a wide range of devices and browsersExperience with Git or other version control systemsAwareness of SEO best practiceConsideration of accessibility in all aspects of your workA strong understanding of web performance in complex user interfacesAbility to interact with UX, designers and server‑side developersCuriosity about technology and a thirst to learnBased in EMEA timezones (Europe, the Middle East and Africa)University degree or equivalent educationUseful experience if you have itFamiliarity 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 experienceWho you areWe want a Web Developer who loves what they do. You are passionate about web standards and keep abreast of new developments in our industry. You always look for opportunities to improve your skills. You like to show off what you’re working on and also learn from others. You have strong attention to detail and value the design of a product as much as you value the code. You have strong communication skills and maybe even blog once in a while. You’re aware of the latest CSS techniques but also know the limitations that developing for a broad audience can bring – actually, you embrace the challenge.In this teamYou’ll create high‑fidelity websites and web apps using the latest incarnations of HTML, CSS (SCSS) and JavaScript (React and TypeScript)You’ll help maintain existing projects including updating content and adding new pagesYou’ll manage incoming requests for updates and liaise with or delegate to other people as necessaryYou’ll ensure the standard of our output remains high and consistent across our whole product portfolioYou’ll ensure new pages are published according to specification and in compliance with our web style guideYou’ll participate in and contribute to our living style guide, Vanilla FrameworkWork closely with UX designers and visual designers to implement exemplary user experiences.What we offer colleaguesDistributed 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 CanonicalCanonical is a pioneering tech firm at the forefront of the global move to open source. As the company that publishes Ubuntu, one of the most important open‑source projects and the platform for AI, IoT, and the cloud, we are changing the world of software. We recruit on a global basis and set a very high standard for people joining the company. We expect excellence; in order to succeed, we need to be the best at what we do. Most colleagues at Canonical have worked from home since our inception in 2004. Working here is a step into the future and will challenge you to think differently, work smarter, learn new skills, and raise your game.Canonical is an equal opportunity employerWe are proud to foster a workplace free from discrimination. Diversity of experience, perspectives, and background create a better work environment and better products. Whatever your identity, we will give your application fair consideration.#J-18808-Ljbffr