
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
Canonical promotes a remote-friendly culture that values open-source contributions and encourages innovation. The company emphasizes transparency and ...
Skills & Technologies
Overview
Canonical is hiring an Engineering Manager for the BootStack team to oversee the management of engineers and drive success with Ubuntu and open source products. You'll work with technologies like Linux, Cloud, Kubernetes, and OpenStack in a fully remote environment.
Job Description
Who you are
You have a strong background in engineering management, with experience leading teams in cloud technologies and open source development. Your passion for Linux and cloud technologies drives you to create innovative solutions that empower your team and customers alike. You understand the intricacies of managing distributed teams and have a knack for fostering collaboration across different time zones and cultures. Your technical expertise allows you to engage deeply with your team's work, providing guidance and support where needed. You are committed to continuous learning and development, both for yourself and your team, and you thrive in environments that challenge you to think differently and work smarter.
Desirable
Experience with OpenStack and Kubernetes is a plus, as is familiarity with managing customer environments in a cloud context. You appreciate the value of open source contributions and have a track record of encouraging your team to engage with the community. You are comfortable navigating the complexities of customer service management and understand the importance of aligning technical solutions with customer needs.
What you'll do
As the Engineering Manager for the BootStack team, you will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of your engineering team, ensuring that they deliver high-quality managed services to customers. You will lead by example, providing technical leadership and mentoring your team members to help them grow in their careers. Your role will involve collaborating closely with other teams within Canonical to align on strategy and execution, ensuring that your team is well-integrated into the broader company objectives. You will also be tasked with driving innovation within your team, encouraging the exploration of new technologies and methodologies that can enhance service delivery and customer satisfaction.
What we offer
Canonical offers a unique opportunity to work in a fully remote environment, allowing you to collaborate with colleagues from around the world. You will be part of a company that values diversity and fosters an inclusive workplace culture. We provide competitive compensation and benefits, along with opportunities for professional development and growth. You will have the chance to work with cutting-edge technologies and contribute to meaningful projects that have a real impact on the open source community and enterprise customers alike.
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