Engineering Manager

Engineering Manager - Security Standards and HardeningCanonical is seeking an Engineering Manager to lead security standards and hardening across the Ubuntu platform.This role directly impacts the security of millions of users worldwide by setting security standards for open source software, guiding development teams, and certifying components to industry requirements.You will work across desktops, servers, edge devices, cloud infrastructure, Kubernetes and OpenStack, focusing on cryptographic modules (FIPS 140) and system hardening in collaboration with CIS, DISA and other industry partners.This is an opportunity to shape security practices and deliver robust, standards-based security for the Ubuntu ecosystem.What you will do in this roleLead and develop a team of engineers, from graduates to seniorsCoach, mentor, and provide career development feedbackIdentify and measure team health indicatorsImplement disciplined engineering processesRepresent your team and product to stakeholders, partners, and customersDevelop and evangelise strong engineering and organizational practicesPlan and manage progress on agreed goals and projectsSupport products and customers to meet strict security standards such as FIPS, CIS, STIG, FedRAMP and CRASupport cryptography modules (FIPS 140) and system hardening initiatives with industry partners, including CIS and DISAWhat we are looking for in youAn exceptional academic track record from high school and universityUndergraduate degree in Computer Science or STEM, or a compelling alternative pathwayDrive and a track record of going above and beyond expectationsExcellent verbal and written communication skills in EnglishPassion for developing people and a track record of growing othersOrganised and able to ensure your team delivers timely, high-quality resultsProfessional manner interacting with colleagues, partners, and communityPrior experience with FIPS/Common Criteria certified products and knowledge of the underlying standardsPrior experience with DISA-STIG or CIS benchmarks, including related audit and remediation tooling (e.g., Compliance as Code)Knowledgeable and passionate about software and application securitySolid experience working in an agile development environmentA demonstrated drive for continual learningBuilds trust, relationships and confidenceResult-oriented with a personal drive to meet commitmentsAbility to travel twice a year for company events (up to two weeks per trip)Optional things we valueHands-on domain knowledge of Linux cryptography libraries (OpenSSL, GnuTLS)What we offer youWe offer a globally coordinated compensation approach with base pay, a performance-driven annual bonus, and benefits.Compensation is reviewed annually and local adjustments may apply.In addition to base pay, we provide a range of benefits and development opportunities aligned with Canonical's values.Distributed work environment with twice-yearly in-person team sprintsPersonal learning and development budget of USD 2,000 per yearAnnual compensation reviewRecognition rewardsAnnual holiday leaveMaternity and paternity leaveEmployee Assistance ProgrammeOpportunity to travel to new locations to meet colleaguesPriority Pass and travel upgrades for long-haul company eventsAbout CanonicalCanonical is a pioneering tech company at the forefront of the open source movement.As the publisher of Ubuntu, we support AI, IoT and cloud initiatives and recruit on a global basis.Canonical has been remote-first since ****.We expect excellence and challenge you to think differently, work smarter, learn new skills, and raise your game.Canonical is an equal opportunity employerWe 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 levelMid-Senior levelEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionEngineering and Information TechnologyIndustriesSoftware Development#J-*****-Ljbffr