Graduate Talent Scientist

The role entails

Learning how to assess candidates using behavioural interview techniques.
Gaining a deep appreciation of the use of psychometrics in the workplace.
Working on process and documentation efficiencies that fuel our hiring practices.
Contributing to projects that drive successful hiring outcomes, many of which require advanced analytics skills to integrate data to draw insights.
Building excellent stakeholder relationships to help design and implement solutions to complex problems that ultimately ensure we hire exceptional talent.
Gaining a deep understanding of our systems and platforms to problem solve and support on hiring questions.
Being at the forefront of ticket support and company channel questions, helping to solve issues as you gain a deep understanding of our processes.

What we are looking for in you

Exceptional academic track record from both high school and university, with an undergraduate degree in a psychology or people based subject.


Advanced analytical ability to dissect and analyse data using SQL, with Python and/or advanced statistical analysis advantageous.
Exposure to the topic of talent through university degree coursework, a relevant internship or first job.
A passion for working in the technology space with evidence as to why.
Results driven with the ability to work at pace, with strong project management skills to roadmap, plan and deliver objectives working with the team.
Professional written and spoken English with excellent presentation skills.
Drive, ambitious and curiosity to own breakthroughs in the talent field.
Ability to travel internationally 2-4 times a year, for company events, occasionally for two weeks.
Nice-to-have skills

Advanced theory of psychometrics
A deep understanding of the topic of intrinsic motivation
What we offer colleagues

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 or commission.

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 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 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.