Senior Engineering Manager- Ubuntu

Overview
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.
Canonical has a global distributed team with 1100+ colleagues in 75+ countries and very few office based roles.
Teams meet two to four times yearly in person, in interesting locations around the world, to align on strategy and execution.
Location: Globally remote
The role
We are hiring a Engineering Manager to lead the engineering team that delivers the essential components of Ubuntu - our system startup, compilers, language runtimes and toolchains, as well as networking and storage config and management.
This is a fast-paced, problem solving, highly technical role operating at the core of Linux server systems.
As an Engineering Manager on the Foundations team, you will be at the heart of driving Ubuntu.
Working at the unique intersection of the open source ecosystem, and enterprise technologists.
In this pivotal position, you'll lead and inspire your team of engineers, to take Ubuntu to new heights.
We are looking for someone with a deep understanding of Linux and Ubuntu with a passion for exceptional leadership.
You will be expected to lead, challenge, and develop strong engineers, positively influence the culture, facilitate technical delivery and drive your team on strategy and execution.
Location: Globally remote
The role entails
Lead and grow a team of distributed engineers
Demonstrate sound engineering principles through active and hands on leadership
Be responsible for planning, estimation and execution
Work with product management to define the vision and strategy for Ubuntu
Collaborate with cross functional leadership teams
Drive the advancement and adoption of the latest software development practices
Design, embrace and evangelize great engineering and organizational practices
Grow a healthy, collaborative engineering culture in line with company values
Engage with other teams at Canonical to ensure alignment on product architecture and roadmaps
Work from home while meeting in person for company sprints.
Sprints are typically twice a year for 1-2 weeks
What we are looking for in you
You have worked extensively with Linux distributions, and are experienced with packaging technologies (e.g. deb, rpm, other)
You have demonstrated experience managing or leading a team of software engineers
High quality software engineering knowledge in one or more of: Linux system architecture, boot process, Java/GCC/Python/Rust/Go toolchains, ARM and/or RISC-V
Engagement with open source communities and processes
What we offer colleagues
We consider geographical location, experience, and performance in shaping compensation worldwide.
We revisit compensation annually to ensure we recognise outstanding performance.
In addition to base pay, we offer a performance driven annual bonus or commission.
We provide all team members with additional benefits, which reflect our values and ideals.
We balance our programs to meet local needs and ensure fairness globally.
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 of software.
We recruit on a global basis and set a very high standard for people joining the company.
We expect excellence - in order to succeed, we need to be the best at what we do.
Most colleagues at Canonical have worked from home since its inception in 2004.
Working here is a step into the future, and will challenge you to think differently, work smarter, learn new skills, and raise your game.
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.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Engineering and Information Technology
Industries
Software Development
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