Canonical is a leading provider of open-source software and operating systems to global enterprise and technology markets. Our platform, Ubuntu, is widely used in various enterprise initiatives such as public cloud, data science, AI, engineering innovation, and IoT. As the Software Engineering Manager for Ubuntu Gaming, your mission is to make gaming on Ubuntu a first-class experience.
In this remote full-time position, you will lead your team in optimizing and expanding the Ubuntu gaming experience, focusing on tools like Steam Snap. You will manage project timelines, prioritize feature improvements, and collaborate with stakeholders to align team efforts with company objectives. Key responsibilities include conducting code reviews, collaborating with upstream projects like Proton and partners like Unity, driving performance improvements, and engaging with the open-source and gaming community.
Requirements:
- An undergraduate degree in a technical subject or a compelling narrative about your alternative chosen path.
- Proven ability to collaborate effectively with upstream projects and partners.
- Familiarity and experience with the Linux graphics stack.
- Exceptional software project management skills, including risk assessment and resource allocation.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Robust planning skills for managing multi-cycle improvements.
Nice-to-Have Skills:
- A passion for technology and gaming.
- Initiative in identifying opportunities and solving challenges.
- Curiosity, flexibility, and a strong sense of accountability.
- Strong soft skills, including passion, enterprise, and self-motivation.
What We Offer:
- Competitive compensation based on geographical location, experience, and performance, with annual reviews.
- Performance-driven annual bonus or commission.
- Personal learning and development budget of USD 2,000 per year.
- Additional benefits reflecting our values.
- Distributed work environment with in-person team sprints twice a year.
- Recognition rewards and annual holiday leave.
- Maternity and paternity leave.
- Employee Assistance Programme.
Language Requirements:
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English are essential for internal and external interactions.
Work Conditions:
- Remote full-time position
- Travel required twice a year for company events (up to two weeks long)
