The company is a leading provider of open source software and operating systems, offering a platform widely used in public cloud, data science, AI, engineering innovation, and IoT. This role focuses on leading a team that develops Python and Golang micro-services for our global software distribution engine, which includes the Snap Store and Charmhub.io marketplaces. Candidates should have a passion for clean APIs, efficient software delivery, and a commitment to agile development practices. This managerial position requires technical strength and a focus on team effectiveness, ensuring that engineers under your leadership are productive and engaged. You will collaborate closely with other engineering and product managers to create an ambitious engineering roadmap, develop talent through mentoring, and oversee project expectations with stakeholders.
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Responsibilities:
- Lead a remote team of engineers in your time zone.
- Foster team growth through coaching and feedback.
- Collaborate with other teams and partners in the open-source community.
- Build clean web service APIs using Python (Golang is a plus).
- Lead code reviews and ensure high-quality software delivery.
Requirements:
- Strong experience in modern, agile software development practices.
- Ability to create a collaborative engineering culture aligned with company values.
- Proven track record of mentoring and developing engineers.
- Proficiency in Python; experience in Golang is advantageous.
- Good written and verbal communication skills.
- Practical experience with Linux system administration.
- Willingness to travel up to 4 times a year for internal events.
Work Conditions:
- This position allows for fully remote work, with teammates collaborating globally.
- Significant benefits include a personal learning and development budget, annual compensation reviews, and an employee assistance program.
Language Requirements:
- Fluency in English is required.
This role at the company presents a unique opportunity to contribute to a highly scalable SaaS product while participating in a culture that values excellence and continuous improvement.
