Python Software Engineer

As a Python Software Engineer at Canonical, you will be joining the Certification team responsible for developing tools that ensure proper functionality of desktops, laptops, servers, and IoT devices. Your role will involve working at the intersection of hardware and software, making it essential for you to be a Python developer with a good understanding of hardware. **Key Responsibilities:** - Maintain and enhance Python-based test automation tools like Checkbox, utilized by internal teams and industry partners. - Innovate novel methods for facilitating remote, automated testing. - Collaborate in developing the software component for internally designed testing hardware to aid in device testing for graphics, hotplug, Bluetooth, etc. - Create functional and performance tests to support hardware enablement and prevent regressions. - Engage in meetings involving international travel 2-3 times annually. **Qualifications Required:** - Proficiency in the Python programming language. - Quality-focused and practical approach to software design and implementation. - Interest in test automation methodologies. - Previous experience working with Ubuntu or other Linux distributions. - Ability to effectively contribute within a globally distributed team. As a member of the Certification team at Canonical, you will play a crucial role in enhancing the Linux experience for millions of users worldwide by developing and maintaining open-source certification tools, creating hardware solutions for test automation, and automating existing processes. This position offers an exciting opportunity to drive the industry forward by introducing new Linux-based hardware testing capabilities and expanding hardware certification efforts to ensure comprehensive test coverage.,