Linux Server Software Engineering Manager

Canonical Group - Washington, DC

Full-time - Manager

Remote - Washington, DC

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Partner Engineering Manager at Canonical leads a team focused on optimizing Ubuntu for the latest server-class hardware platforms. This role involves collaborating with technology partners to enhance performance and ensure a seamless user experience. The manager is responsible for technical leadership, team development, and maintaining high standards of quality and reliability in software engineering practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of distributed engineers to design and implement Ubuntu integration for server-class hardware platforms.
• Engage with commercial partners to deliver an optimized Ubuntu experience.
• Develop team members through coaching, mentoring, and feedback.
• Oversee commercial engagements and ensure timely delivery on project milestones.
• Commit to strict quality and reliability standards in engineering practices.
• Collaborate with other teams to align on product architecture and roadmaps.
• Facilitate technical delivery and influence team culture.

Requirements

• Proven track record in technical roles with Linux, preferably Ubuntu or Debian.
• High quality software engineering skills with in-depth knowledge of C/C++ and Python.
• Experience with Ubuntu kernel and userspace, deb/snap packaging, embedded Linux, QEMU/KVM, and/or OVS/OVN.
• Experience managing software engineers with a focus on planning, delivery, and quality.
• Effective collaboration skills across multiple internal teams.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience working directly with customers to interpret business challenges and communicate solutions effectively.

Benefits

• Fully remote working environment
• Personal learning and development budget of 2,000 USD per annum
• Annual compensation review
• Recognition rewards
• Annual holiday leave
• Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Opportunity to travel to meet colleagues at 'sprints'
• Priority Pass for travel and travel upgrades for long haul company events