Web Developer Job at Canonical Nigeria

Are you an experienced web developer with a passion for open-source innovation and clean code? Here’s your chance to work with Canonical, the creators of Ubuntu, the world’s most widely used open-source Linux platform.

Canonical is looking for a Web Developer based in Lagos, Nigeria (or within EMEA time zones) to join their global team. If you love crafting elegant web experiences and want to contribute to open-source software used by millions, this opportunity is tailored for you.

About Canonical

Canonical is the powerhouse behind Ubuntu, trusted by the world’s biggest tech brands across cloud, server, desktop, and IoT environments. With over 200,000 contributors worldwide, Canonical promotes innovation, reliability, and collaboration in the open-source world.

Their distributed work model means you can work from anywhere, engage with top global talent, and attend in-person sprints to collaborate with your team.

Position: Web Developer

Location: Lagos, Nigeria (Remote-Friendly)
Posted: June 28, 2025
Company: Canonical

Who You Are

Canonical is looking for someone who:

Is passionate about modern web standards and UI/UX
Has strong communication and collaboration skills
Cares about design just as much as clean code
Keeps up with CSS, JavaScript, and frontend trends
Loves working in a distributed, international team

Key Responsibilities

Build responsive web interfaces using HTML, SCSS, JavaScript, React, and TypeScript
Maintain and update existing websites and web applications
Collaborate with UX/UI designers and developers to implement outstanding user experiences
Contribute to the Vanilla Framework, Canonical’s open-source design system
Ensure accessibility, performance, and SEO best practices across all projects
Participate in regular code reviews, updates, and style guide improvements