Technical Product Manager

Canonical; Manama; Remote; BHD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading open-source software provider is seeking a Product Manager to oversee product development and collaborate with cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate has an excellent academic background, strong knowledge of Linux, and outstanding communication skills. This position allows for international travel and offers benefits such as personal learning budgets and performance-based bonuses.

Benefits

Personal learning and development budget of USD 2,000 per year

Annual compensation review

Travel benefits for long-haul company events

Qualifications

• Ability to manage multiple projects while focusing on key priorities.
• Demonstrated leadership in aligning diverse teams.
• Willingness to travel internationally up to 4 times a year.

Responsibilities

• Lead product development lifecycle and prioritize goals.
• Collaborate with engineering, design, and marketing.
• Analyze industry trends to identify opportunities.

Skills

Strong understanding of Linux and open source community

Outstanding English communication (verbal and written)

Strong sense of ownership and problem-solving skills

Education

Exceptional academic results at high school and university

Tools

Kubernetes

Docker

Job description

Canonical Overview

Canonical is a leading provider of open source software, best known for Ubuntu. The company supports enterprise initiatives in public cloud, AI, data science, engineering innovation, and IoT, and it has a global distributed workforce of over 1,200 employees in 75+ countries.

Product Manager Role

The product manager will set vision, prioritize work, and lead cross‑functional teams to deliver high‑quality products that meet both business and user needs. The role focuses on the entire product lifecycle from conception to delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead product development lifecycle, reviewing priorities and goals
• Collaborate with engineering, design, marketing, and sales to align on strategy
• Conduct market research and analyze industry trends to identify opportunities
• Communicate product vision, status updates, and key decisions to ensure alignment
• Conduct usability testing, analyze user feedback, and iterate on product to improve UX
• Develop go‑to‑market strategies, create product documentation, and provide training
• Support sales team reviewing customer feedback and participating in customer meetings
• Oversee product line strategy and execution across teams
• Facilitate collaboration and resolve conflicts within and across departments

Qualifications

• Exceptional academic results at high school and university
• Strong understanding of Linux and open source community
• Knowledge of computer architecture, apps, datacenters, cloud, or devices
• Passion for writing about technologies and the tech landscape
• Strong work ethic and alignment with open source movement
• Curiosity and habit of continuous learning
• Strong sense of ownership and problem‑solving skills
• Outstanding English communication (verbal and written)
• For senior roles: product management experience in software industry
• Ability to manage multiple projects or product lines while maintaining focus on key priorities
• Demonstrated leadership in aligning diverse teams and driving consensus
• Willingness to travel internationally up to 4 times a year for company events up to two weeks long

Additional Skills We Value

• Familiarity with specific verticals (e.g., Telco, Finance, Automotive)
• Knowledge of cloud‑native technologies such as Kubernetes, Docker, Snap
• Experience in distributed team leadership across time zones
• Strong collaboration and innovation facilitation skills

Benefits

• Distributed work environment with bi‑annual in‑person team sprints
• Personal learning and development budget of USD 2,000 per year
• Annual compensation review and performance‑based bonus or commission
• Recognitions, rewards, and annual holiday leave
• Maternity and paternity leave, Employee Assistance Program
• Travel benefits for long‑haul company events

Location

Roles are home‑based in the EMEA time zone. Candidates must be located in this region.

About Canonical

Canonical publishes Ubuntu, a pivotal open source platform for AI, IoT, and cloud. The company encourages a future‑oriented work culture and values excellence.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Canonical is an equal opportunity employer. We foster a workplace free from discrimination and consider all applicants fairly.