Software Engineering Manager - Ubuntu Linux Kernel

About the position

Canonical is seeking multiple candidates to lead its Linux kernel engineering efforts, focusing on upstream development, optimizing the Ubuntu kernel for various environments, and ensuring compatibility with hardware. The role is suitable for experienced managers or proficient technical leads passionate about Linux and its distribution to users worldwide. As an engineering manager, the primary responsibility is to support and develop the team while ensuring timely delivery and high-quality standards in kernel engineering.

Responsibilities

• Lead a distributed team of engineers in your time zone
• Develop your team through coaching, mentoring, and feedback
• Support timely delivery of core and specialized Ubuntu kernels
• Oversee commercial engagements requiring custom kernel engineering
• Ensure ongoing commitment to quality and reliability standards
• Engage with other teams at Canonical, the open source community, and commercial partners
• Work from home with occasional global travel for internal and external engineering events

Requirements

• Significant programming experience in C
• Experience with Python, Golang, or similar languages
• Substantial experience with Linux kernel internals and concepts
• Solid understanding of Linux kernel development principles
• Demonstrated experience managing or leading a team of software engineers
• Contributed to an open source project
• Understanding of agile software development methodologies
• Ability to communicate effectively in English, both written and oral

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 new locations to meet colleagues at 'sprints'
• Priority Pass for travel and travel upgrades for long haul company events