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 a Technical Manager for Automotive and Industrial to lead a team focused on adapting open-source products for industry-specific requirements. You'll work with Linux and ensure compliance with stringent certification processes. This role requires experience in engineering management and a passion for open source.
Job Description
Who you are
You have a strong background in engineering management, with experience leading teams focused on adapting products to meet industry-specific requirements. Your passion for open source drives you to bridge the gap between innovation and stringent certification processes, particularly in the automotive and industrial sectors. You understand the importance of cybersecurity and safety standards, such as IEC 61508 and ISO 26262, and are committed to ensuring that your team meets these requirements. You possess excellent communication skills, allowing you to represent Canonical and Ubuntu effectively within the industrial and automotive communities.
You have a proven track record of enhancing delivery quality and developer experience, and you thrive in environments where you can challenge and positively influence team culture. Your leadership style encourages collaboration and continuous learning, fostering an environment where your team can grow and excel. You are adept at strategic planning and execution, ensuring that your team's efforts align with Canonical's goals in the automotive and industrial sectors.
Desirable
Experience with open-source projects in the automotive industry is a plus, as is familiarity with certification processes specific to this field. A background in precision engineering will also be beneficial, as it aligns with the technical requirements of the role.
What you'll do
As a Technical Manager at Canonical, you will lead a dedicated team of engineers focused on adapting our Linux distribution and products to meet the specific needs of the automotive and industrial sectors. You will work closely with the Automotive Product Manager to define and execute strategies that align with industry standards and certification processes. Your role will involve ensuring that our solutions are secure, reliable, and capable of meeting the stringent requirements of our partners.
You will represent Canonical in various standards consortia and the broader industrial community, advocating for the adoption of our open-source solutions. Your leadership will be crucial in driving the team's efforts to enhance delivery quality and security, while also improving the overall developer experience. You will be responsible for mentoring your team members, helping them to develop their skills and advance their careers within the organization.
What we offer
Canonical provides a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of open-source innovation and industry-specific requirements. You will be part of a diverse and inclusive workplace that values different perspectives and experiences. We encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't match every requirement, as we believe that curiosity and a growth mindset are just as important as technical skills. Join us in shaping the future of automotive and industrial solutions through open-source technology.
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