Canonical is a leading provider of open-source software and operating systems, widely recognized for its platform Ubuntu. The company serves a variety of sectors, including public cloud, data science, AI, engineering innovation, and IoT. As a Software Engineering Manager for Ubuntu Gaming, your mission is to enhance the gaming experience on Ubuntu. This includes improving performance, ensuring robust anti-cheat mechanisms, supporting a variety of devices, and facilitating content creation and discovery. Collaboration with open-source projects and partners is key in contributing to both Ubuntu and the broader Linux gaming ecosystem.
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Key Responsibilities:
- Lead your team in optimizing and expanding the Ubuntu gaming experience, particularly focusing on the Steam Snap.
- Manage project timelines, balancing feature improvements with deadlines.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to align your team's work with the company's objectives.
- Conduct thorough code reviews with a focus on quality and performance.
- Work with upstream projects like Proton and partners such as Unity.
- Ensure a cohesive overall Ubuntu experience in partnership with other teams.
- Drive performance improvements across a variety of hardware.
- Actively engage with the open-source and gaming communities for feedback and improvements.
Requirements:
- An undergraduate degree in a technical subject or relevant experience.
- Proven ability to collaborate effectively with upstream projects and partners.
- Familiarity with the Linux graphics stack, from user-space components to kernel drivers.
- Strong software project management skills, including risk assessment and resource allocation.
- Ability to balance technical leadership with effective team management.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Robust planning skills and the ability to manage multi-cycle improvements.
- Willingness to travel twice a year for up to two weeks for company events.
Nice-to-Have Skills:
- Passion for technology and gaming.
- Proactive in identifying opportunities and solving challenges.
- Curiosity, flexibility, and accountability.
- Strong soft skills including passion and self-motivation.
Work Conditions:
- Remote position, with occasional in-person team events (twice a year).
- Full-time employment.
Compensation and Benefits:
- Competitive salary based on location, experience, and performance, with an annual review.
- Performance-driven annual bonus or commission.
- Personal learning and development budget of USD 2,000 per year.
- Annual holiday leave and maternity/paternity leave.
- Employee Assistance Programme.
- Travel opportunities for company events.
Language Requirements:
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
Canonical is an equal opportunity employer, fostering a diverse workplace that values perspectives and backgrounds. Applications are considered without discrimination.
