Manager, Product Manager

Canonical; Málaga; A distancia; EUR 50.000 - 80.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Canonical is seeking experienced product managers to lead and mentor teams in developing open source solutions. Ideal candidates will have a strong software engineering background and a passion for technology, driving product strategy and innovation across various domains. This role offers a unique opportunity to influence the future of open source software in a globally recognized company.

Servicios

USD 2,000 annual learning and development budget

Annual salary review and performance bonuses

Recognition rewards, holiday leave, parental leave

Employee Assistance Program

Travel opportunities and upgrades

Formación

• Understanding of Linux and open source community.
• Product management experience for senior roles.
• Experience managing and mentoring teams.

Responsabilidades

• Leading product development lifecycle and setting priorities.
• Conducting market research and customer feedback gathering.
• Mentoring product managers and ensuring strategy consistency.

Conocimientos

Leadership

Communication

Strategic Thinking

Problem-Solving

Innovation

Educación

Strong academic results

Herramientas

Kubernetes

Docker

Descripción del empleo

Canonical is a leading provider of open source software and operating systems to the global enterprise and technology markets. Our platform, Ubuntu, is widely used in enterprise initiatives such as public cloud, data science, AI, engineering innovation, and IoT. Our customers include leading public cloud and silicon providers, along with industry leaders across sectors. The company is founder-led, profitable, and growing.

Our product management team comprises technologists passionate about delivering market-shaping products and solutions that promote open source software globally. This application track is for product management roles at all levels, including team leads. As a manager, you will lead and mentor product managers, set a clear vision, prioritize effectively, and ensure high-quality product delivery aligned with business and user needs. We value leadership, communication, technical vision, and strategic thinking to drive product strategy for future business needs. During interviews, we will identify suitable software products that match your interests.

We believe open source is transforming enterprise solutions and will continue to expand into specialized markets. Our goal is to make open source easier, reliable, and secure, aiming to provide 'most software to most companies,' starting with Ubuntu and expanding across all applications and compute classes. We select product managers for their intellect and drive to advance open source, aiming to improve quality, outreach, and impact. Our product managers define vision and strategy, pushing technological boundaries and delivering into new and existing markets.

Ideal candidates are technology professionals with a software engineering background aspiring to become business executives or entrepreneurs. They will engage in strategy discussions, product planning, engagement driving, and promoting the open source ethos. Responsibilities include managing the entire product lifecycle, blending technical expertise, strategic thinking, analytics, project management, and communication to meet user and business needs.

We have open product manager roles across various domains, including:

• Ubuntu Platform (Desktop, Server, WSL, Multipass, Gaming, Hardware)
• Ubuntu Pro Services (Compliance, Security, Managed Services)
• IoT (Embedded devices, edge servers, robotics)
• Cloud (Public/private cloud, Kubernetes, MAAS, LXD)
• Telco (Core Network, RAN/vRAN, SmartNICs)
• Finance (Trading platforms, blockchain, AI analytics)
• Automotive (Autonomous driving, infotainment, connected vehicles)
• Application Management (Observability, IAM, App Stores, Grafana, Juju)

If your expertise isn't listed but is relevant to Canonical, feel free to apply. We will direct you to the most suitable team.

Location: These roles are home-based within the EMEA time zone.

This role entails:

• Leading product development lifecycle and setting priorities
• Collaborating with engineering, design, marketing, and sales
• Addressing project challenges, aligning priorities, and enabling informed decisions
• Conducting market research, industry trend analysis, and customer feedback gathering
• Communicating product vision, updates, and decisions
• Performing usability testing and iterating on the product
• Developing go-to-market strategies and supporting documentation and training
• Supporting sales efforts and participating in customer meetings
• Mentoring product managers and ensuring strategy consistency
• Overseeing multiple product lines and facilitating cross-department collaboration

What we look for in you:

• Strong academic results
• Understanding of Linux and open source community
• Knowledge of computer architecture, application development, cloud, or devices
• Passion for technology and tech landscape writing
• Work ethic and alignment with open source values
• Curiosity and continuous learning
• Ownership mindset
• Problem-solving and innovation skills
• Excellent English communication skills
• Product management experience for senior roles
• Experience managing and mentoring teams
• Ability to handle multiple projects and priorities
• Leadership in aligning teams and driving strategy
• Willingness to travel up to four times a year for company events

Additional valued skills:

• Vertical-specific knowledge (Telco, Finance, Automotive, etc.)
• Familiarity with Silicon, IHV, ISV, ODM/OEMs, cloud providers, channel partners
• Experience with cloud-native tech (Kubernetes, Docker, Snaps)
• Embedded and connected device ecosystems knowledge
• Managing distributed teams across time zones
• Fostering collaboration and innovation

What we offer:

• Distributed work with biannual in-person team sprints
• USD 2,000 annual learning and development budget
• Annual salary review and performance bonuses
• Recognition rewards, holiday leave, parental leave
• Employee Assistance Program, travel opportunities, and upgrades

About Canonical: Canonical pioneers open source solutions, publishing Ubuntu, a key platform for AI, IoT, and cloud. We recruit globally, maintaining high standards for excellence. Most colleagues work remotely, fostering a forward-thinking, innovative environment.

Canonical is an equal opportunity employer: We value diversity and are committed to fair application processes regardless of background or identity.