About the Job:
This Engineering Manager role focuses on a new generation of ops technology, leading a team that works in Python on Kubernetes. The mission is to reinvent how people run software on public clouds and in their data centers by building a community around Python opscode for open source applications on Kubernetes. The aim is to transition Canonical and Ubuntu IS into a new, open-source codebase.
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This is a cutting-edge opportunity for a technical leader passionate about establishing a world-class DevOps culture in corporate information systems. The team will productize workloads for real-time automated operations on Kubernetes, making Ubuntu, Canonical, and various services highly available globally.
As an Engineering Manager, you will:
- Lead a team focused on productizing business workloads.
- Build and manage a regional team of engineers.
- Develop your team through coaching, mentoring, and feedback.
- Demonstrate sound engineering by contributing toward team goals.
- Set reasonable schedules based on considered estimates, with feedback loops for improvement.
- Manage expectations with other engineering teams and external stakeholders.
- Maintain a culture of quality and engineering excellence.
- Collaborate with other leaders in the organization.
Who You Are:
- Experienced in Docker and Kubernetes operations.
- Possess a software engineering background with proven Python experience.
- Have experience developing Python frameworks and understand the importance of stable consumable APIs.
- Passionate about embracing new technologies and improving the operation of software and infrastructure.
- Committed to developing and growing team members.
- Knowledgeable and passionate about software development.
- Experienced in an agile development environment.
Language Requirements:
While specific language requirements are not stated, proficiency in English is typically necessary for technical roles in multinational companies.
Work Conditions:
Remote, Full-time, Global travel up to 20% for internal and external events.
Location:
Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates (Remote)
About Canonical:
Canonical is an international software company that collaborates with the open-source community to deliver the world’s best free software platform, Ubuntu. The company is committed to fostering a workplace free from discrimination, valuing diversity of experience, perspectives, and backgrounds to create a better work environment and better products.
