Python Engineer - Data Center Hardware Integration (Taipei)

Own a fully automated server lab with the latest server and network silicon from leading vendors.

Use your Python development skills to develop the Metal as a Service (MAAS) software to work with a large variety of server and network hardware.

Actively expand MAAS functionality by creating integrations with testing and scheduling software such as Testflinger.

Manage the physical setup of the lab, ensure it is well structured and tidy, and execute changes either self or through remote hands.

Work to standardise processes, configurations, and procedures in cooperation with engineers in our other data centres.

Improve and extend hardware and network monitoring through automation.

Regularly update asset management tools to ensure accuracy and completeness of the lab’s hardware.

Update of equipment firmware when appropriate/needed.

Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Computer Science or Software Engineering

Python programming experience

Linux Administration experience

Mix of Rack and Virtual systems experience

Able to communicate clearly and effectively in English

Strong time management skills

Ability to manage competing priorities

Ability to work with a globally distributed team of passionate engineers

An exceptional academic track record from both high school and preferably university

Willingness to travel up to 4 times a year for internal events

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Distributed work environment with twice-yearly team sprints in person - we’ve been working remotely since 2004!

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 from your team and others

Priority Pass for travel and travel upgrades for long haul company events

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