30 Live Operations jobs in Saudi Arabia

Lead System Operations Engineer

Riyadh, Riyadh Arzan VC

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# Lead System Operations EngineerMay 28, 2025**Location: Riyadh**Hala is looking for a Lead System Operations Engineer. This is a full-time position.HALA is a leading fintech player in the MENAP region that aims to redefine financial services and build the future bank of SMEs. HALA aims at empowering SMEs to start, run, and grow their businesses by providing them with cutting-edge financial and technological tools.
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Lead System Operations Engineer

Riyadh, Riyadh Hala

Posted 12 days ago

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HALA is a leading fintech player in the MENAP region that aims to redefine financial services and build the future bank of SMEs. HALA aims at empowering SMEs to start, run, and grow their businesses by providing them with cutting-edge financial and technological tools.


HALA currently holds multiple entities in UAE, Saudi Arabia and Egypt (including HALA Payments, HALA Cashier and HALA Logistics) and offers solutions that enable merchants to digitize their payments as well as manage their sales and operations.


Founded in 2017, HALA is currently duly licensed by the Saudi Arabian Central Bank as well as the Financials Services Regulatory Authority (FSRA) in Abu Dhabi Global Market.

Technical Operations

  • Lead day-to-day systems operations for on-prem and cloud-based infrastructure (e.g., OCI).
  • Manage the lifecycle of employee devices (laptops/desktops) including procurement, provisioning, patching, and decommissioning.
  • Ensure OS and software updates are deployed regularly across all devices.
  • Administer and manage Microsoft Active Directory, Azure AD, and Group Policies.
  • Manage SSO platforms and identity providers (e.g., Okta, Azure AD SSO).
  • Handle file sharing, VPN, email systems, and internal tool access management.
  • Maintain inventory of hardware and software assets.

Onboarding & Offboarding

  • Own the technical aspects of employee onboarding and offboarding (account creation, access provisioning, equipment handover).
  • Maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs) for smooth, secure, and consistent execution.

Security & Compliance

  • Enforce system security standards, patching, and compliance requirements (e.g., SAMA, ISO 27001).
  • Collaborate with Cyber Security to implement security controls and audit readiness.
  • Regularly audit user access and ensure adherence to least privilege principles.
  • Support compliance efforts by maintaining logs, access reviews, and device encryption.
  • Implement endpoint protection, disk encryption, and security patching processes.

Support & Process Improvement

  • Lead and mentor a team of IT support specialists.
  • Act as escalation point for L1/L2 IT issues.
  • Standardize IT support processes and improve documentation and self-service tools.
  • Manage, mentor, and guide SysOps engineers and support staff.
  • Set clear goals, assign responsibilities, and conduct regular performance reviews.
  • Foster a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence.
  • Work with vendors for hardware/software procurement and license renewals.
  • Maintain IT budget for end-user systems and peripherals.
  • Track and report on SLAs, ticket metrics, and satisfaction scores.

Experience:

  • Degree in Computer Science or relevant fields
  • 5+ years of experience in IT Systems Administration or SysOps roles, with at least 1–2 years in a leadership role.
  • Strong knowledge of Microsoft environments: Active Directory, Group Policy, Azure AD.
  • Experience managing SSO, identity/access control, and endpoint security solutions.
  • Proficiency in device management tools (e.g., ManageEngine, Intune).
  • Familiarity with IT asset management tools and practices.
  • Familiarity with ITIL best practices for support and service delivery.
Nice-to-Have:
  • Experience in regulated environments (e.g., financial services, SAMA/NCA compliance).
  • Knowledge of scripting (PowerShell, Bash) for automating repetitive tasks.
  • Certifications such as CompTIA Network+/Security+, Microsoft Certified: Modern Desktop Administrator, etc.
What We Offer You
We believe you will love working at HALA!
  • We have an inclusive and diverse culture that encourages innovation and flexibility in remote, in-office, and hybrid work setups.
  • We offer highly competitive compensation packages, including the potential for shares.
  • We prioritize personal development and offer regular training and an annual learning stipend to tackle new challenges and grow your career in a hyper-growth environment.
  • Join a talented team of over 30 nationalities working in 7 countries and gain valuable experience in an exciting industry.
  • We offer autonomy, mentoring, and challenging goals that create incredible opportunities for both you and the company.
  • You will be given a lot of responsibility and trust.We believe that the best results come when the people responsible for a function are given the freedom to do what they think is best.
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Lead System Operations Engineer

Riyadh, Riyadh Arzan VC

Posted 23 days ago

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Lead System Operations EngineerMay 28, 2025 Location: Riyadh Hala is looking for a Lead System Operations Engineer. This is a full-time position.HALA is a leading fintech player in the MENAP region that aims to redefine financial services and build the future bank of SMEs. HALA aims at empowering SMEs to start, run, and grow their businesses by providing them with cutting-edge financial and technological tools.
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Lead System Operations Engineer Riyadh, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Riyadh, Riyadh Halalah

Posted 21 days ago

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HALA is a leading fintech player in the MENAP region that aims to redefine financial services and build the future bank of SMEs. HALA aims at empowering SMEs to start, run, and grow their businesses by providing them with cutting-edge financial and technological tools.


HALA currently holds multiple entities in UAE, Saudi Arabia and Egypt (including HALA Payments, HALA Cashier and HALA Logistics) and offers solutions that enable merchants to digitize their payments as well as manage their sales and operations.


Founded in 2017, HALA is currently duly licensed by the Saudi Arabian Central Bank as well as the Financials Services Regulatory Authority (FSRA) in Abu Dhabi Global Market.

Technical Operations

  • Lead day-to-day systems operations for on-prem and cloud-based infrastructure (e.g., OCI).
  • Manage the lifecycle of employee devices (laptops/desktops) including procurement, provisioning, patching, and decommissioning.
  • Ensure OS and software updates are deployed regularly across all devices.
  • Administer and manage Microsoft Active Directory, Azure AD, and Group Policies.
  • Manage SSO platforms and identity providers (e.g., Okta, Azure AD SSO).
  • Handle file sharing, VPN, email systems, and internal tool access management.
  • Maintain inventory of hardware and software assets.

Onboarding & Offboarding

  • Own the technical aspects of employee onboarding and offboarding (account creation, access provisioning, equipment handover).
  • Maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs) for smooth, secure, and consistent execution.

Security & Compliance

  • Enforce system security standards, patching, and compliance requirements (e.g., SAMA, ISO 27001).
  • Collaborate with Cyber Security to implement security controls and audit readiness.
  • Regularly audit user access and ensure adherence to least privilege principles.
  • Support compliance efforts by maintaining logs, access reviews, and device encryption.
  • Implement endpoint protection, disk encryption, and security patching processes.

Support & Process Improvement

  • Lead and mentor a team of IT support specialists.
  • Act as escalation point for L1/L2 IT issues.
  • Standardize IT support processes and improve documentation and self-service tools.
  • Manage, mentor, and guide SysOps engineers and support staff.
  • Set clear goals, assign responsibilities, and conduct regular performance reviews.
  • Foster a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence.
  • Work with vendors for hardware/software procurement and license renewals.
  • Maintain IT budget for end-user systems and peripherals.
  • Track and report on SLAs, ticket metrics, and satisfaction scores.

Experience:

  • Degree in Computer Science or relevant fields
  • 5+ years of experience in IT Systems Administration or SysOps roles, with at least 1–2 years in a leadership role.
  • Strong knowledge of Microsoft environments: Active Directory, Group Policy, Azure AD.
  • Experience managing SSO, identity/access control, and endpoint security solutions.
  • Proficiency in device management tools (e.g., ManageEngine, Intune).
  • Familiarity with IT asset management tools and practices.
  • Familiarity with ITIL best practices for support and service delivery.
Nice-to-Have:
  • Experience in regulated environments (e.g., financial services, SAMA/NCA compliance).
  • Knowledge of scripting (PowerShell, Bash) for automating repetitive tasks.
  • Certifications such as CompTIA Network+/Security+, Microsoft Certified: Modern Desktop Administrator, etc.
What We Offer You
We believe you will love working at HALA!
  • We have an inclusive and diverse culture that encourages innovation and flexibility in remote, in-office, and hybrid work setups.
  • We offer highly competitive compensation packages, including the potential for shares.
  • We prioritize personal development and offer regular training and an annual learning stipend to tackle new challenges and grow your career in a hyper-growth environment.
  • Join a talented team of over 30 nationalities working in 7 countries and gain valuable experience in an exciting industry.
  • We offer autonomy, mentoring, and challenging goals that create incredible opportunities for both you and the company.
  • You will be given a lot of responsibility and trust.We believe that the best results come when the people responsible for a function are given the freedom to do what they think is best.
If you think you have what it takes to join a remarkable team #apply_now Apply for this job

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System Admin Operations

Riyadh, Riyadh Master Works

Posted 12 days ago

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Design, implement, maintain enterprise-level server and network infrastructure (Windows, Linux). Administrate: Active Directory, Exchange, DNS, DHCP, Group Policy, authenticate LDAP, SAML, Kerberos.

  1. Automate system provisioning and configuration management using tools like SolarWinds, ManageEngine, etc.
  2. Monitor system and network performance using SolarWinds, etc.
  3. Harden systems and ensure compliance with security policies and frameworks (CIS, NIST, etc.), including audits.
  4. Lead incident response and root cause analysis for major infrastructure issues.
  5. Collaborate with DevOps, security, and software engineering teams to support CI/CD pipelines and secure deployments.
  6. Document architecture, configurations, and standard operating procedures.
  7. Manage patching using tools like ManageEngine, SCCM.
  8. Report incidents directly and take appropriate actions.
  9. Administer backups using Cohesity, Qstar, or relevant tape technologies.
  10. Have knowledge of MSSQL, Oracle, or MySQL databases.
  11. Experience with at least one of the following: VMware, Nutanix.
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
  • Minimum 2+ years of hands-on experience in enterprise system administration.
Preferred Certifications
  • Microsoft Certified: Windows Server / Azure Administrator Associate.
  • Red Hat (optional).
  • VMware VCP or Nutanix Enterprise Cloud Administrator.
  • ITIL Foundation Certification.
  • CompTIA Security+ or higher.
Additional Details
  • Seniority Level: Entry level.
  • Employment Type: Full-time.
  • Job Function: Other.
  • Industry: IT Services and IT Consulting.

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Director, Technical Operations Middle East Franchise

Riyadh, Riyadh The Coca-Cola Company

Posted 23 days ago

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Director, Technical Operations Middle East Franchise

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The Technical Operations Director for the Middle East Franchise is a pivotal role responsible for driving operational excellence, providing technical leadership, and supporting executional priorities across designated markets. This position ensures alignment between bottler operations, the Franchise team, and Coca-Cola system-wide goals, playing a critical role in the success of the Franchise ecosystem.
Focus, Scope, & Impact
Strategic Focus & Geographical Impact

  • The role is focused on the region, covering single or multiple countries within the Coca-Cola Company’s Middle East Franchise. It oversees critical business indicators such as volume, revenue, and operating income, considering the complexity of supply chains, geographical diversity, and the maturity levels of the bottling partners.
  • The primary focus markets for this role include KSA (Kingdom of Saudi Arabia), Kuwait, Bahrain where the incumbent will act as the TI&SC (Technical, Innovation & Supply Chain) lead for the Franchise operations, working closely with the Franchise Senior Technical Operations Director and key project executional support to whole Franchise.
Territory-Level Support & Collaboration
  • Provide technical leadership and executional support to franchise units and bottling partners across all TI&SC functional areas, ensuring alignment with regional strategies and operational goals
  • Serve as the technical franchise leader, setting ambitious yet achievable targets for each bottling plant, while guiding their efficient execution to support growth and operational capacity building.
  • Collaborate with Franchise Operations Managers to enable targeted capability and capacity building in supply chain, production infrastructure, process optimization, and cost efficiency within the assigned territories.
Operational & Supply Chain Optimization
  • Lead bottling plant actions to optimize manufacturing costs and yields, ensuring profitability targets are met while maintaining quality standards.
  • Facilitate the development and execution of productivity initiatives and supply chain contingency plans (BCPs) across the assigned territories in alignment with system goals.
  • Coordinate demand and supply activities between bottling partners and the broader Supply Chain team, ensuring seamless alignment within the Franchise operations.
Commercialization & Execution
  • Support the development and execution of commercialization/innovation plans by working collaboratively with key stakeholders, including Corporate, CPS (Commercial Products Supply), bottling partners, and other Franchise Operations (FO) functions.
Integrated Individual Contribution
  • While this is an individual contributor role, it requires extensive collaboration across technical functions and operational teams to provide guidance and actionable solutions for strategic execution.
Experience
  • Min 10 years of experience in one or more functional areas related to preferred food & beverage manufacturing operations
  • Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Production, QSE (Quality, Safety & Environment), SRA (Scientific & Regulatory Affairs), Commercialization, Technical Franchise Leadership, or roles within the food and beverage industry.
  • Proven track record of navigating complex manufacturing environments with an understanding of regional challenges and operational diversity.
  • strong knowledge of technical risk management, technical governance processes (frameworks, KPIs, etc.), and commercialization methodologies, supply chain process and operations.
  • Familiarity with QSE metrics, operational assessments, and project management tools to execute technical/commercial initiatives successfully.
  • Demonstrated expertise in continuous improvement methodologies and lean practices within large-scale production and distribution ecosystems.
  • Strong planning and organizational skills to ensure efficient execution of technical and commercial projects in dynamic environments.
  • Robust risk-mapping capabilities and strategic problem-solving skills to anticipate operational issues and define effective solutions.
  • open to travel min 40%
Annual Incentive Reference Value Percentage:30
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  • Industries Manufacturing, Food and Beverage Manufacturing, and Food and Beverage Services

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Hospitality Asset Operations Director - Technical Services

Michael Page

Posted 26 days ago

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* Lead all engineering, technical operations, and capital project oversight across a portfolio of luxury hotels operated under multiple international brands. Client Details One of the largest mixed use developments by the PIF in Saudi Arabia Description * Responsible for ensuring all properties meet or exceed brand, regulatory, and sustainability standards, while protecting the long-term value of the company's physical assets and overseeing operational excellence in building systems, safety, and energy efficiency. * Lead initiatives related to sustainability, energy management, and building automation across all properties. * Advise senior leadership on technical feasibility and infrastructure planning for new developments or acquisitions. * Oversee planning, budgeting, and execution of capital improvement projects and major renovations. Serve as the primary liaison between ownership, design teams, contractors, and hotel operations for project coordination. * Standardize and enforce best practices in preventive and corrective maintenance across all properties. * Establish KPIs and benchmarks for engineering performance, energy efficiency, and fire life safety requirements. * Conduct regular audits and inspections to ensure compliance with safety, regulatory, and quality standards. * Oversee and mentor property-level Directors of Engineering. * Promote a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement. * Identify cost-saving opportunities through innovative technologies and vendor management. Job Offer Opportunity to work directly with a leading mega project in Saudi Arabia Work alongside a team of world class real estate/Hospitality professionals

Requirements
* Bachelor's degree in engineering, facilities management, or a related field; Master's degree preferred. * Minimum of 10 years of engineering leadership experience in the luxury hospitality sector. * Proven track record of managing large-scale renovations, openings, and technical projects. * Deep knowledge of building systems (HVAC, electrical, plumbing), sustainability standards, and regulatory compliance. * Strong leadership, project management, and communication skills.

About the company
Michael Page is one of the world's leading professional recruitment consultancies, specializing in the placement of candidates in permanent, contract, temporary and interim positions with clients around the world. The Group has operations in the UK, Continental Europe, Asia-Pacific and the Americas. In the Middle East we focus on the areas of: Finance & Accounting Banking & Financial Services Procurement Property & Construction Engineering & Supply Chain Oil & Gas Technical and Engineering Human Resources Sales Marketing Technology Secretarial Executive Search Legal The Group operates through 161 offices in 33 countries and employs over 5,000 employees worldwide.
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Sr Operations Engineer

aramcoservices

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Job Req ID: 10194- Description:

- **Aramco energizes the world economy.**

Aramco occupies a unique position in the global energy industry. We are the world's largest producer of hydrocarbons (oil and gas), with the lowest upstream carbon intensity of any major producer.

With our significant investment in technology and infrastructure, we strive to maximize the value of the energy we produce for the world along with a commitment to enhance Aramco’s value to society.

Headquartered in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, and with offices around the world, we combine market discipline with a generations’ spanning view of the future, born of our nine decades experience as responsible stewards of the Kingdom’s vast hydrocarbon resources. This responsibility has driven us to deliver significant societal and economic benefits to not just the Kingdom, but also to a vast number of communities, economies, and countries that rely on the vital and reliable energy that we supply.

We are one of the most profitable companies in the world, as well as amongst the top five global companies by market capitalization.

**Job Purpose**:
Provides engineering expertise in support of day to day field operations in areas encompassing instrumentation/control systems, electrical, process rotating equipment, and material/corrosion analysis. The engineering system field specialist has wide-ranging and specific knowledge of plant operation and process. Serves as technical advisor to management and junior operations engineering staff.

**Responsibilities**:
A. Provides high level engineering expertise in the resolution of plant operational problems. May provide work direction to lower classified engineers.
B. Formulate and implement long-term strategies to improve operations and reduce costs. Defines the long-term technical direction of his assigned operating area.
C. Serve as an advisor to management on technical questions and issues.
D. Responsible for the definition and execution BI-1900 projects as assigned. Works with Facilities Planning department personnel to develop and define major capital budget items.
E. Provide technical direction in specialized areas to outside design contractors on major capital projects. Provides technical guidance for the development of capital projects.
F. Lead groups of engineers in the commissioning/start-up phase of complex projects and the mothballing/demothballing of existing plants.
G. Ensure that all designs comply with standards, are cost competitive, viable, and meet operational safety requirements. Review waiver requests for non-compliance design and construction issues and provide technical advice for satisfactory resolution.
H. Develop/provide technical direction, and act as mentor to junior engineers.
I. Participate in standards reviews to assure inclusion of requirements that are of practical benefit to field operation and maintenance in regard to safety and efficiency of the plants. Provides guidance on standards development through technical committee participation. Interprets standards and recommends changes to reduce costs associated with overly stringent requirements.
J. Plans and executes long range technical and operational studies.

**Education & Experience Requirements**:
A. EDUCATION: B.S. in Engineering. MS or higher qualification is desirable.
B. EXPERIENCE: Fifteen (15) years relevant operations engineering experience.
C. OTHER: In-depth knowledge of company and international specifications, codes, and standards, with a knowledge of engineering practices and economic principles, calculation methods and design details.
Must be clearly recognized as an expert in his operations engineering field.

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**Working environment**

Our high-performing employees are drawn by the challenging and rewarding professional, technical and industrial opportunities we offer, and are remunerated accordingly.

At Aramco, our people work on truly world-scale projects, supported by investment in capital and technology that is second to none. And because, as a global energy company, we are faced with addressing some of the world’s biggest technical, logístical and environmental challenges, we invest heavily in talent development.

We have a proud history of educating and training our workforce over many decades. Employees at all levels are encouraged to improve their sector-specific knowledge and competencies through our workforce development programs - one of the largest in the world.
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Senior Security Operations Engineer

Canonical

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We have opened several senior/staff Security Operations Engineer (SOC) positions, creating a new team reporting to the CISO. We are looking for a range of experience in these positions - at the high end we are looking for deep experience defending highly contested critical assets and high-value cyber targets against advanced persistent threats and state-level actors. We have more junior roles for exceptional individuals with a proven personal interest an engagement in cyber attack and defence, and outstanding academic and career performance even if experience is limited.

Our goal is to build an entirely new level of assurance and observable rigour into the open source supply chain. We have our own estate to monitor, but more broadly our goal is to raise the robustness of the entire global Ubuntu estate through the work of this team.

The Security Operations (SecOps) team is responsible for design, implementation and evolution of Canonical security practices, techniques, tools, systems and policies. The team is the primary owner of strategy and practices that determine how Canonical secures its data, internal infrastructure and build processes. They are responsible for assuring the security and integrity of our own infrastructure and product deployments. They design and implement technical security controls that ensure security threats are automatically identified, contained and remediated. The team will also contribute ideas and requirements for Canonical product security, improving the resilience and robustness of all Ubuntu customers and users subject to cyber attack.

The SecOps team's mission is not only to secure Canonical, but also to contribute to the security of the wider open source ecosystem. They might share knowledge through public presentations and industry events, and share threat intelligence with the wider community or represent Canonical in sector-specific governance bodies.

What you will do in this role:

  • Implement and evolve Canonical's Security Operation Center
  • Analyse and improve Canonical's security architecture
  • Evaluate, select and implement new security tools and practices
  • Identify, contain and guide the remediation of security threats and cyber attacks
  • Grow the presence and thought leadership of Canonical SecOps practice
  • Contribute to open source threat intelligence initiatives
  • Drive threat modelling, table top exercises and other SecOps practices across Engineering, IS and Canonical
  • Develop Canonical SecOps learning and development materials
  • Publish blog posts, whitepapers and conference presentations
  • Identify, implement and track SecOps KPIs
  • Plan and deliver SecOps work in the framework of Canonical's agile engineering practice
  • Work with Security leadership to present information and influence change

What we are looking for

  • An exceptional academic track record
  • Undergraduate degree in Computer Science or STEM, or a compelling narrative about your alternative path
  • Previous professional experience working or leading a Security Operation Center
  • Deep personal motivation to be at the forefront of technology security
  • Expertise in threat modelling and risk management frameworks
  • Knowledge of security architecture and market-leading security tools
  • Experience contributing to, and consuming, threat intelligence feeds
  • Experience in security risk management frameworks such as NIST CSF and ISO27001

Optional things we value

  • Experience in a security operations team or a security operations centre (SOC)
  • Experience in offensive or defensive security teams with hands-on ability
  • Experience with state-actor and other advanced persistent threats

What we offer you

We consider geographical location, experience, and performance in shaping compensation worldwide. We revisit compensation annually (and more often for graduates and associates) to ensure we recognise outstanding performance. In addition to base pay, we offer a performance-driven annual bonus. We provide all team members with additional benefits, which reflect our values and ideals. We balance our programs to meet local needs and ensure fairness globally.

  • Distributed work environment with twice-yearly team sprints in person
  • Personal learning and development budget of USD 2,000 per year
  • Annual compensation review
  • Recognition rewards
  • Annual holiday leave
  • Maternity and paternity leave
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Opportunity to travel to new locations to meet colleagues
  • Priority Pass, and travel upgrades for long haul company events

About Canonical

Canonical 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 on a daily basis. 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. Canonical has been a remote-first company since its 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 employer

We 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.

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  • Industries Software Development

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