Canonical is hiring a
Engineering Manager

Summary

The job is for a team manager responsible for Ubuntu Server software. The role involves leading a globally distributed team, developing talent, working with product management, and overseeing the quality of Ubuntu Server image family. The candidate should have experience in leading, managing, coaching, and mentoring software developers.

Requirements

• You love developing and growing people and have a strong track record of doing it
• You are knowledgeable and passionate about software development
• You have 3+ years of experience in leading, managing, coaching, and mentoring software developers. Experience managing distributed teams is a plus
• You are focused on success and the delivery of timely, high-quality software
• You have experience working in an agile development environment
• You have a Bachelor’s or equivalent in Computer Science, STEM, or similar degree
• You have strong written and verbal technical communication skills in English
• You have experience with a modern GNU/Linux distribution, Debian or Ubuntu preferred
• Practical experience with at least 1 of Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud, or Amazon Web Services

Responsibilities

• Build and lead a globally distributed team of engineers
• Develop talent through coaching, mentoring, feedback, and hands-on career development
• Work with Product Management to define the vision and strategy for Ubuntu and your team
• Effectively set and manage expectations with other engineering teams, senior management, and external stakeholders
• Advocate and advance modern, agile software development practices
• Develop and evangelize great engineering and organizational practices
• Grow a healthy, collaborative engineering culture in line with the company values
• Be an active part of the leadership team and collaborate with other leaders in the organisation
• Participate in strong engineering process through code and architectural review
• Engage with teams at Canonical, the open source community, and commercial partners
• Oversee the quality of the Ubuntu Server image family
• Plan and deliver Ubuntu Server features
• Work from home with global travel for up to 6 weeks per year for internal and external events

Benefits

• Distributed work environment with twice-yearly team sprints in person
• Personal learning and development budget of USD 2,000 per year
• Annual compensation review
• Recognition rewards
• Annual holiday leave
• Maternity and paternity leave
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Opportunity to travel to new locations to meet colleagues
• Priority Pass, and travel upgrades for long haul company events