
About Canonical
Empowering the world with open-source software
Key Highlights
- Developers of Ubuntu, used by millions globally
- Headquartered in London with a remote-first policy
- Serves enterprise clients like Google and Microsoft
- Privately held with significant funding from various investors
Canonical Ltd., headquartered in London, is the driving force behind Ubuntu, one of the world's most popular open-source operating systems. With a focus on cloud computing, IoT, and container orchestration, Canonical serves a diverse range of clients, including major enterprises like Google and Micr...
🎁 Benefits
Canonical offers competitive salaries, equity options, generous PTO policies, and a remote-first work environment, allowing employees to work from any...
🌟 Culture
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Skills & Technologies
Overview
Canonical is hiring an Engineering Manager for Ubuntu Core to lead the development of a secure embedded Linux operating system. You'll work with technologies like Linux and containers, focusing on IoT solutions. This role requires strong technical leadership and experience in open source software.
Job Description
Who you are
You have a strong background in engineering management with a focus on open source software and Linux — your experience includes leading technical teams and driving innovation in embedded systems. You are passionate about security and the developer experience, and you understand the challenges of building reliable solutions for IoT and other fields.
You possess excellent communication skills and can inspire and motivate your team to achieve their best work — you thrive in a collaborative environment and enjoy working with diverse teams across different regions. Your technical expertise allows you to engage deeply with the engineering process, ensuring high standards of quality and performance.
What you'll do
As the Engineering Manager for Ubuntu Core, you will redefine the embedded Linux experience, focusing on creating the most secure and reliable operating system for IoT applications. You will lead a team of engineers, guiding them through the development process while fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration. Your role will involve setting technical direction, managing project timelines, and ensuring that your team has the resources they need to succeed.
You will work closely with product management and other stakeholders to align on strategy and execution, ensuring that the solutions you develop meet the needs of our customers. Your responsibilities will also include mentoring team members, conducting performance reviews, and facilitating professional development opportunities. You will play a key role in shaping the future of Linux, from the smallest systems to desktops, and your contributions will have a lasting impact on the industry.
What we offer
Canonical offers a flexible work environment with opportunities for remote work across the Americas and EMEA. You will be part of a pioneering company that values diversity and fosters a culture of inclusion. We provide competitive compensation and benefits, along with opportunities for professional growth and development. Join us in our mission to empower developers and organizations to build robust solutions using the next generation of secure embedded Linux operating systems.
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