Engineering Manager • Lead

Who you are

You are an experienced engineering manager with a strong background in Linux and operations management — you have a proven track record of leading high-performance teams and driving successful software engineering projects. Your expertise in GitOps and DevOps practices enables you to streamline operations and enhance productivity across teams. You thrive in a remote work environment and are skilled at fostering collaboration among distributed teams.

You possess a deep understanding of cloud-native technologies and infrastructure as code — you are passionate about automating processes and sharing your knowledge through open-source contributions. Your leadership style emphasizes empowerment and growth, encouraging your team to think creatively and challenge the status quo. You are committed to continuous learning and development, both for yourself and your team.

What you'll do

As the GitOps Engineering Manager at Canonical, you will lead a team focused on enhancing the company's managed application service offerings — you will oversee the integration of operations management, software engineering, and product development to deliver high-value solutions. Your role will involve setting strategic direction, aligning team efforts with company goals, and ensuring the successful execution of projects.

You will be responsible for driving innovation in infrastructure management, leveraging GitOps principles to automate processes and improve operational efficiency. Collaborating closely with cross-functional teams, you will help shape Canonical's approach to cloud-native operations and contribute to the development of next-generation model-driven operations.

In this role, you will also mentor and develop your team members, fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement. You will challenge your team to think differently and work smarter, ensuring they have the resources and support needed to excel in their roles. Your leadership will be instrumental in raising the bar on DevOps practices within the organization.

What we offer

Canonical offers a unique opportunity to work in a fully remote environment with a diverse team spread across the globe. You will have the chance to collaborate with industry leaders and contribute to groundbreaking projects in open-source software. The company values diversity and inclusion, creating a workplace where all voices are heard and respected.

We encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't match every requirement — your unique perspective and skills could be the perfect fit for our team. Join us in our mission to pioneer new approaches to large-scale infrastructure and make a meaningful impact in the technology landscape.