Product Manager

Canonical; Metz; À distance; EUR 60 000 - 85 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A leading open source software provider is seeking a Product Manager to oversee the product development lifecycle and ensure high-quality product delivery. The ideal candidate has a strong understanding of Linux and open source principles, along with exceptional communication skills. Responsibilities include collaborating with cross-functional teams and conducting market research. This role offers a distributed work environment, a personal learning budget, and various employee benefits.

Prestations

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

Annual compensation review and performance-based bonus

Maternity and paternity leave

Qualifications

• Passion for writing about technologies and the tech landscape.
• Willingness to travel internationally up to 4 times a year.

Responsabilités

• Lead product development lifecycle, reviewing priorities and goals.
• Conduct usability testing, analyze user feedback, and iterate on product.
• Develop go-to-market strategies, create product documentation.

Connaissances

Strong understanding of Linux and open source community

Outstanding English communication

Strong work ethic

Strong problem-solving skills

Ability to manage multiple projects

Demonstrated leadership

Formation

Exceptional academic results at high school and university

Outils

Cloud-native technologies

Kubernetes

Docker

Snap

Description du poste

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.