The company 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 breakthrough enterprise initiatives such as public cloud, data science, AI, engineering innovation, and IoT. We collaborate with the world's leading silicon vendors to optimize Ubuntu on the latest hardware platforms, integrating next-generation features and performance enhancements while ensuring a consistent operating experience for users.
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We are seeking an Engineering Manager who is passionate about operational systems, open source technologies, and cutting-edge hardware. This role involves leading engineering teams to enable and optimize Ubuntu for the latest x86, ARM, RISC-V, s390x, and POWER systems. An Engineering Manager should be an exceptional developer, capable of reviewing patches or software design specs, driving healthy engineering practices, improving documentation, ensuring quality, and performance optimization.
Responsibilities:
- Lead and develop a team of engineers from graduate to senior levels.
- Oversee commercial engagements and ensure timely delivery on project milestones.
- Participate as a technical lead on complex customer engagements involving complete system architectures.
- Implement disciplined engineering processes and integrate platform-oriented software stacks.
- Optimize Ubuntu for the latest hardware platforms and contribute to code reviews and technical documentation.
- Collaborate actively with other leaders within the organization.
Requirements:
- Exceptional academic record from high school and university.
- Undergraduate degree in Computer Science or STEM, or a compelling alternative path.
- Fluency in C, C++, and Python.
- Experience with Linux and operational systems software (e.g., kernel or user space).
- Knowledge of Debian/Ubuntu or other distribution packaging.
- Experience leading software engineering teams.
- Professional written and spoken English.
- Ability to travel internationally twice a year for up to two weeks for company events.
Nice-to-Have Skills:
- Experience with open source communities and licenses.
- Knowledge of x86, ARM, RISC-V, or s390x computer architecture.
- Familiarity with build systems and toolchains, including for cross-compilation.
- Experience working with customers and knowledge of board bring up and validation.
- Experience with Linux virtualization, networking, graphics stacks, and technologies like Docker/OCI containers/Kubernetes.
Work Conditions:
- This is a full-time, remote position with a globally distributed work environment.
- Opportunity to participate in team sprints in person twice a year.
Benefits:
- Annual compensation review and performance-driven annual bonus.
- Personal learning and development budget of USD 2,000 per year.
- Recognition rewards, annual holiday leave, maternity and paternity leave.
- Employee Assistance Programme and opportunities to travel to new locations for team events.
The company is a pioneering tech firm leading the global move to open source. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and consider all applications fairly.
