Software Engineering Manager - Desktop and Embedded Linux Optimisation

Canonical; Dubai; Hybrid; AED 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading software development company in Dubai is seeking a Software Engineering Manager to lead a distributed team focused on optimizing Ubuntu for the latest hardware. The ideal candidate will have experience with Linux distributions, team management, and excellent communication skills. This role offers learning opportunities and commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Benefits

Learning and Development opportunities

Annual Compensation Review

Recognition Rewards

Annual Leave

Priority Travel Pass

Qualifications

• Experience working with Linux distributions.
• Proven experience in managing software engineering teams.
• Skilled in customer engagement and issue resolution.

Responsibilities

• Lead a distributed team for Ubuntu integration on latest hardware.
• Engage with partners to enhance Ubuntu experience.
• Develop the team through coaching and mentoring.

Skills

Linux distributions

Debian packaging

High-performance server hardware

Agile development methodologies

Excellent communication skills in English

Education

Bachelor's degree in technology or equivalent

Job description

Software Engineering Manager - Desktop and Embedded Linux Optimisation

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We work closely with major silicon companies to optimise Ubuntu for their latest hardware.

As a software engineering manager, you need to bring both technical and management skills to lead your team. You will lead an engineering team working across the full Linux stack—from kernel to GUI—to optimise Ubuntu, the world's most widely used Linux desktop and server, for the latest silicon.

You will also represent the team in partner engagement and ensure timely delivery of project milestones.

At Canonical, your primary responsibility is to support your team: ensuring their growth, meaningful work, and a positive experience at Canonical. You will have the opportunity to influence culture, facilitate technical delivery, and work on strategy and execution with your team.

What you'll do

• Lead a distributed team to design and implement Ubuntu integration for the latest IoT and server hardware platforms and software stacks.
• Engage with partners to deliver an optimised Ubuntu experience on their platforms.
• Develop your team through coaching, mentoring, leading by example, and feedback.
• Oversee project delivery and support milestone achievement.
• Maintain high standards of quality and reliability.
• Coordinate with other teams at Canonical on product architecture and roadmaps.
• Work from home with occasional travel (up to twice a year for two weeks).

Who you are

• Experienced with Linux distributions, Debian packaging, and high-performance server hardware.
• Skilled in working directly with customers to resolve issues and align solutions with business needs.
• Have managed or led a team of software engineers.
• Understand agile development methodologies.
• Effective in cross-team collaboration, building trust, and delivering results.
• Excellent communication skills in English, both written and oral.
• Hold a bachelor's degree or equivalent, preferably in a technology field.

What Canonical offers

• Learning and Development opportunities
• Annual Compensation Review
• Recognition Rewards
• Annual Leave
• Priority Travel Pass

We foster a workplace free from discrimination. Diversity of experience, perspectives, and backgrounds enhances our environment and products. All applications are given fair consideration.

Seniority level: Mid-Senior level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Engineering and Information Technology

Industry: Software Development

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