Canonical · 1 month ago
Software Platform Engineering Manager - Ubuntu for Next-Gen Silicon
United States
Full-time
Remote
Mid, Senior LevelCanonical is a leading provider of open source software and operating systems, known for its platform, Ubuntu. They are seeking an Engineering Manager to lead teams in optimizing Ubuntu for next-generation hardware, ensuring high-quality design and code while fostering collaboration and technical delivery.
Computer Software
Responsibilities
Lead and develop a team of engineers, ranging from graduate to senior
Oversee commercial engagements and support timely delivery on agreed project milestones
Participate as technical lead on complex customer engagements involving complete system architectures
Implement disciplined engineering processes
Integrate and maintain platform-oriented software stacks
Optimize Ubuntu for latest hardware platforms
Display technical leadership internally and within our external communities
Contribute to code reviews and technical documentation
Be an active part of the leadership team, collaborating with other leaders
Qualification
Required
Exceptional academic track record from both high school and university
Undergraduate degree in Computer Science or STEM, or a compelling narrative about your alternative path
Fluency in C, C++, and Python
Experience with Linux and operational systems software (e.g. kernel or user space)
Experience with Debian/Ubuntu or other distro packaging
Experience leading software engineering teams
Professional written and spoken English
Confidence to respectfully speak up, exchange feedback, and share ideas without hesitation
Thoughtfulness, and self-motivation
Result-oriented, with a personal drive to meet commitments
Ability to travel internationally twice a year for company events up to two weeks long
Preferred
Experience working with open source communities and licenses
Computer architecture knowledge of x86, ARM, RISC-V or s390x
Understanding of build systems and toolchains, including for cross-compilation
Experience working with customers
Experience with board bring up and validation
Experience with Linux virtualization, networking or graphics stacks
Experience with one or more of the following technologies: Docker/OCI containers/K8s
Experience with confidential computing, RDMA, Infiniband and high performance computing
Performance engineering, benchmarking and profiling
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
Company
Canonical
We deliver open source to the world faster, more securely and more cost effectively than any other company.
Founded in 2004
1001-5000 employees
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