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Engineering Manager, Ubuntu Server Distribution

Canonical
Remote
Full Time
Posted April 14, 2025
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Job Description

The role involves managing a globally distributed team of engineers to deliver the Ubuntu Server Distribution, focusing on talent development, agile software practices, and collaboration with various stakeholders in the open source ecosystem.

Key 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
  • 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
  • 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

Requirements

  • You have 3 years of experience in leading, managing, coaching and mentoring software developers.
  • 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 working in an agile development environment.
  • You have practical experience with at least 1 of Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud, or Amazon Web Services.
  • You are knowledgeable and passionate about software development.

Benefits & Perks

Compensation/salary range
Work schedule
Work environment perks
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

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