Engineering Manager – Linux Kernel (Remote)

Canonical; Remote; CAD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading open source software company is seeking Software Engineering Managers to lead teams in delivering Linux kernels for Ubuntu. The role involves managing technical teams, engaging with hardware partners, and ensuring optimal quality standards. Candidates should possess significant C programming experience, and leadership skills, and be comfortable with remote collaboration. This position offers a distributed work environment and opportunities for professional development. Ideal candidates have a passion for Linux and want to contribute to its global distribution.

Benefits

Personal learning budget of $2,000 annually

Annual compensation review

Maternity and paternity leave

Team Member Assistance Program

Opportunity to travel internationally

Qualifications

• Significant programming experience in C.
• Experience managing a team of software engineers.
• Ability to coordinate between distinct technical teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead a distributed team in delivering Linux kernels for Ubuntu.
• Engage with silicon or cloud partners for optimized Linux kernels.
• Ensure Ubuntu runs on diverse hardware platforms.

Skills

Programming experience in C

Experience with Python, Golang

Familiarity with version control practices

Professional written and spoken English

Tools

Git

Ubuntu/Debian/Snap

Job description

A leading open source software company is seeking Software Engineering Managers to lead teams in delivering Linux kernels for Ubuntu. The role involves managing technical teams, engaging with hardware partners, and ensuring optimal quality standards. Candidates should possess significant C programming experience, and leadership skills, and be comfortable with remote collaboration. This position offers a distributed work environment and opportunities for professional development. Ideal candidates have a passion for Linux and want to contribute to its global distribution.