Canonical is a leading provider of open-source software and operating systems, particularly through our platform, Ubuntu, which is widely utilized in enterprise initiatives like public cloud, data science, AI, engineering innovation, and IoT. We are a pioneer in global distributed collaboration with a team of over 1200 colleagues across 75+ countries. Typically, we meet two to four times a year in person in various global locations.
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We are currently seeking an Engineering Manager - Python and K8s, who is passionate about fostering a world-class DevOps culture within corporate information systems. The successful candidate will be instrumental in transforming our internal IS team into a product engineering extension. This role involves leading a team that will work with open-source workloads and productize them for real-time operations on Kubernetes.
As an Engineering Manager, you will guide a local team focused on ensuring the high availability of Ubuntu and our services globally. Responsibilities will include:
- Leading a team focused on productizing business workloads.
- Building and managing a regional team of engineers.
- Coaching, mentoring, and providing constructive feedback to team members.
- Contributing to the team’s technical goals and maintaining sound engineering practices.
- Setting reasonable schedules and managing expectations with stakeholders.
- Advancing agile software development practices and maintaining a culture of engineering excellence.
Who You Are:
- Experienced in Docker and Kubernetes operations.
- Background in software engineering, with proven expertise in Python.
- Skilled in developing Python frameworks and understanding the significance of stable APIs.
- Enthusiastic about new technologies and improving software and infrastructure operations.
- Committed to developing and growing individuals within your team.
- Knowledgeable about software development with experience in agile environments.
Work Conditions:
- Remote work environment with global travel of up to 20% for internal and external events.
Language Requirements: None specified.
What We Offer:
- Competitive compensation with annual reviews.
- Performance-driven annual bonus.
- Personal learning and development budget of USD 2,000 per year.
- Annual holiday leave and maternity/paternity leave.
- Team Member Assistance Program & Wellness Platform.
- Opportunities for travel and team-building events.
About Canonical:
Canonical is at the forefront of the global shift to open source, publishing Ubuntu, a key open-source project driving innovation across AI, IoT, and cloud technologies. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all identities are fairly considered.
