Canonical is a leading provider of open-source software and operating systems for enterprises and technology markets, notably through its widely-used platform, Ubuntu. The company works with premier public cloud and silicon providers, as well as industry leaders across various sectors. As a pioneer in global distributed collaboration, Canonical employs over 1200 colleagues in 75+ countries, with minimal office-based roles. Teams gather in-person two to four times a year to strategize and execute their plans.
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We are looking for an Engineering Manager for the BootStack team, which designs, builds, and operates distributed systems on private infrastructure. This role is a fantastic opportunity for a technologist enthusiastic about Linux and Cloud technologies, allowing you to drive success for those utilizing Ubuntu and open-source products.
Responsibilities:
- Manage a growing engineering team to enhance the quality and speed of development and operations.
- Identify and measure team health indicators.
- Implement disciplined engineering and operations processes.
- Represent the BootStack team to stakeholders, customers, and external teams.
- Focus the team on priorities, milestones, and deliverables.
- Meet service level agreements with global customer deployments.
- Deliver quality managed services consistently and timely.
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in a technology field.
- Proven professional experience either in software delivery (Python, Go, C, C++, Java, etc.) or managing operations teams.
- Proven experience with OpenStack.
- Strong commitment to testing methodologies and maintainable code quality.
- Experience with Linux system administration (Ubuntu/Debian is a plus).
- Excellent communication and cooperation skills.
- Familiarity with agile software development methodologies.
- Experience working in and managing distributed teams.
- Technical aptitude for understanding complex distributed systems.
- Familiarity with cloud topologies and technologies.
Language Requirements:
Strong communication skills are essential; specific language requirements are not mentioned but proficiency in English will likely be necessary.
What We Offer:
- Competitive compensation shaped by geographical location, experience, and performance.
- Performance-driven annual bonus or commission.
- Distributed work environment with semi-annual team sprints in person.
- Personal learning and development budget of USD 2,000 per year.
- Annual compensation review and recognition rewards.
- Annual holiday and maternity/paternity leave.
- Team Member Assistance Program & Wellness Platform.
- Opportunities for travel to new locations to meet colleagues.
About Canonical:
As a pioneering tech firm at the forefront of the global shift to open source, Canonical publishes Ubuntu, one of the most significant open-source projects for AI, IoT, and the cloud. We prioritize diversity and inclusivity, fostering an environment free from discrimination to create a better workplace and better products.
