Engineering Manager - AppArmor

Canonical; Aguascalientes; A distancia; USD 80,000 - 150,000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Join a pioneering open-source tech company as a Security Engineering Manager, where your leadership will drive innovation and protect millions of users. You'll lead a talented team, develop robust security measures, and engage with the community. This role offers a unique opportunity to make a lasting impact on the digital landscape while fostering a culture of excellence and continuous learning. With a focus on professional development and a commitment to diversity, this is the perfect place for passionate individuals ready to shape the future of security in the open-source ecosystem.

Servicios

Distributed work environment

USD 2,000 annual learning and development budget

Annual compensation review

Recognition rewards

Annual leave, maternity and paternity leave

Employee Assistance Programme

Travel opportunities to meet colleagues

Priority Pass and travel upgrades for events

Formación

• Proficiency in C and understanding of Linux kernel development.
• Experience with Linux Security Modules and software security.

Responsabilidades

• Lead and develop a team of engineers, from graduate to senior levels.
• Implement disciplined engineering processes and best practices.
• Collaborate with other security engineering leaders.

Conocimientos

C Programming

Linux Kernel Development

Linux Security Modules

Agile Development

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Mentoring and Coaching

Trust Building

Educación

Undergraduate Degree in Computer Science or STEM

Exceptional Academic Record

Descripción del empleo

As the most widely used Linux distribution, Ubuntu underpins the security of the entire internet. The role of Security Engineering Manager directly impacts the safety and security of millions of users worldwide. Join a team of security experts dedicated to protecting the open-source ecosystem and driving innovation. Your leadership will be instrumental in addressing emerging threats, developing robust security measures, and ensuring the continued integrity of Ubuntu. This is an opportunity to make a tangible difference and leave a lasting legacy on the digital landscape.

The AppArmor team's primary responsibility is to develop security features and capabilities for AppArmor, the security module protecting all Ubuntu users, by providing mandatory access control to confine programs and restrict their access to system resources. Your work will improve the security of millions of people. You will engage directly with our community and customers, as well as coordinate efforts across multiple engineering teams and projects.

An Engineering Manager is responsible for line management and career guidance. Developing engineering talent, representing your team and product technically, and driving collaboration with other teams and customers are critical to success in this role.

What you will do in this role

1. Lead and develop a team of engineers, from graduate to senior levels
2. Coach, mentor, and provide career development feedback
3. Identify and measure team health indicators
4. Implement disciplined engineering processes
5. Represent your team and product to stakeholders, partners, and customers
6. Develop and promote best engineering and organizational practices
7. Plan and manage progress on goals and projects
8. Collaborate with other security engineering leaders

What we are looking for in you

• Exceptional academic record from high school and university
• Undergraduate degree in Computer Science or STEM, or a compelling alternative narrative
• Drive and a history of exceeding expectations
• Excellent communication skills in English
• A passion for developing people and a proven track record
• Organizational skills ensuring timely, high-quality results
• Professional demeanor with colleagues, partners, and community
• Proficiency in C and understanding of Linux kernel development
• Experience with Linux Security Modules
• Knowledge and passion for software and application security
• Experience in agile development environments
• Commitment to continuous learning
• Ability to build trust and relationships
• Result-oriented with a personal drive to meet commitments
• Willingness to travel twice a year for company events, up to two weeks each

Optional skills we value

• Understanding of containers and packaging formats

What we offer you

Compensation is based on location, experience, and performance, with annual reviews and performance bonuses. Benefits reflect our values and include:

• Distributed work environment with biannual in-person team sprints
• USD 2,000 annual learning and development budget
• Annual compensation review
• Recognition rewards
• Annual leave, maternity and paternity leave
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Travel opportunities to meet colleagues
• Priority Pass and travel upgrades for events

About Canonical

Canonical is a pioneering open-source tech company, publisher of Ubuntu, and leader in AI, IoT, and cloud platforms. We hire globally and uphold high standards of excellence. Since 2004, we have been a remote-first company, encouraging innovative thinking, skill development, and high performance.

Canonical is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. We value experience, perspectives, and backgrounds that contribute to a better workplace and products.