Canonical is a leading provider of open source software and operating systems to the global enterprise and technology markets. Our platform, Ubuntu, is widely used in groundbreaking enterprise initiatives such as public cloud, data science, AI, engineering innovation, and IoT. Our customers include the world's leading public cloud and silicon providers, as well as industry leaders across various sectors.
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We are dedicated to building next-generation private cloud infrastructure that combines KVM, Ceph, and SDN technologies to create a reliable data center scale cloud for edge and core enterprise deployments. We are seeking engineering managers with a strong background in microservice architectures and high-performance team leadership, alongside a deep familiarity with Linux kernel, virtualization, storage, and networking.
As an engineering manager, you will not only have a solid technical background, but also be responsible for running an effective team and nurturing the colleagues you manage. The role entails leading and developing engineers, influencing the culture, facilitating technical delivery, and collaborating with your team on strategy and execution.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead a team of remote engineers
- Develop talent through coaching, mentoring, feedback, and hands-on career development
- Manage expectations with other engineering teams, senior management, and external stakeholders
- Advocate for modern software development practices
- Participate in the engineering process through code and architectural reviews
- Engage with teams at Canonical, the open-source community, and partners
- Work from home with global travel for 4 to 6 weeks per year for internal and external events
Requirements:
- Strong understanding of modern Linux cloud computing technologies (networking, storage, containers, K8s)
- Proven ability to develop and grow teams
- Focused on timely, high-quality software delivery
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Computer Science, STEM, or a similar field
- Strong written and verbal technical communication skills
- Experience programming in C and/or Go
Work Conditions:
- This is a remote position available in EMEA and the Americas.
- Expected to travel for 4 to 6 weeks per year for events.
Language Requirements:
- Strong written and verbal communication skills in English are required.
Compensation and Benefits:
At Canonical, we offer competitive compensation that reflects geographical location, experience, and performance. Our benefits include:
- Performance-driven annual bonus
- Personal learning and development budget of USD 2,000 per year
- Annual compensation reviews
- Recognition rewards
- Annual holiday leave
- Maternity and paternity leave
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Opportunities for global travel and collaboration
About Canonical:
Canonical is a pioneering tech firm leading the move to open source, publishing Ubuntu and shaping the future of software. We are committed to fostering a diverse workplace and giving every application fair consideration, ensuring an inclusive environment for all potential employees.
