Software Platform Engineering Manager

Software Platform Engineering Manager – Ubuntu for Next-Gen Silicon Join to apply for the Software Platform Engineering Manager – Ubuntu for Next-Gen Silicon role at Canonical . 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 breakthrough 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, and industry leaders in many sectors. The company is founder‑led, profitable, and growing. We are hiring engineering managers who are passionate about operational systems, open source technologies, and cutting‑edge hardware to lead engineering teams to enable and optimise Ubuntu for the latest x86, ARM, RISC‑V, s390x, and POWER systems. Join us to partner with the world's leading silicon vendors, integrate next‑generation features, and ensure a common operating experience for their users. Location This is a globally remote role. We have open positions in every time zone. What your day will look like Lead and develop a team of engineers, ranging from graduate to senior Oversee commercial engagements and support timely delivery on agreed project milestones Participate as technical lead on complex customer engagements involving complete system architectures Implement disciplined engineering processes Integrate and maintain platform‑oriented software stacks Optimize Ubuntu for latest hardware platforms Display technical leadership internally and within our external communities Contribute to code reviews and technical documentation Be an active part of the leadership team, collaborating with other leaders What we are looking for in you Exceptional academic track record from high school and university Undergraduate degree in Computer Science or STEM, or a compelling narrative about an alternative path Fluency in C, C++, and Python Experience with Linux and operational systems software (e.g., kernel or user‑space) Experience with Debian/Ubuntu or other distro packaging Experience leading software engineering teams Professional written and spoken English Confidence to respectfully speak up, exchange feedback, and share ideas without hesitation Thoughtfulness and self‑motivation Result‑oriented, with a personal drive to meet commitments Ability to travel internationally twice a year for company events up to two weeks long Nice‑to‑have skills Experience working with open source communities and licenses Computer architecture knowledge of x86, ARM, RISC‑V or s390x Understanding of build systems and toolchains, including for cross‑compilation Experience working with customers Experience with board bring‑up and validation Experience with Linux virtualization, networking or graphics stacks Experience with Docker/OCI containers/K8s and related technologies such as confidential computing, RDMA, Infiniband, and high‑performance computing Performance engineering, benchmarking and profiling What we offer you Distributed work environment with twice‑yearly team sprints in person Personal learning and development budget of USD 2,000 per year Annual compensation review Recognition rewards Annual holiday leave Maternity and paternity leave Employee Assistance Programme Opportunity to travel to new locations to meet colleagues Priority Pass, and travel upgrades for long haul company events About Canonical Canonical is a pioneering tech firm at the forefront of the global move to open source. As the company that publishes Ubuntu, one of the most important open source projects and the platform for AI, IoT, and the cloud, we are changing the world on a daily basis. We recruit on a global basis and set a very high standard for people joining the company. We expect excellence – to succeed, we need to be the best at what we do. Canonical has been a remote‑first company since its inception in 2004. Canonical is an Equal Opportunity Employer We are proud to foster a workplace free from discrimination. Diversity of experience, perspectives, and background create a better work environment and better products. Whatever your identity, we will give your application fair consideration. #J-18808-Ljbffr