Engineering Manager, MAAS

Canonical; Santiago de Querétaro; A distancia; MXN 1.459.055 - 2.188.582; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Fully distributed work environment with in-person sprints

Personal learning and development budget

Annual compensation review and performance-driven bonus

Maternity and paternity leave

Employee Assistance Programme

Descripción de la vacante

A leading open-source software provider is looking for an Engineering Manager, MAAS to grow a distributed engineering team delivering a cloud-style API for physical servers. Responsibilities include leading engineers, mentoring team members, and engaging with broader teams. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's in Computer Science, experience in Python or Golang, and strong Linux system administration skills. This role offers a fully distributed work environment, competitive benefits, and opportunities for personal development.

Formación

• Proven experience delivering software in Python, Golang, or equivalent.
• Strong background in Linux system administration (Debian or Ubuntu preferred).
• Ability to understand and solve complex distributed-systems problems.

Responsabilidades

• Lead a geographically distributed team of engineers.
• Coach, mentor, and develop team members.
• Maintain high engineering standards through code and architectural reviews.

Conocimientos

Software delivery in Python

Software delivery in Golang

Linux system administration

Cloud-computing technologies

Problem-solving complex distributed systems

Excellent English communication

Agile software development

Mentoring engineering teams

Educación

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field

Descripción del empleo

Overview

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. With more than 1,200 colleagues in 80+ countries, Canonical operates in a fully distributed, remote‑first manner while meeting annually for brief in‑person sprints.

We are seeking an Engineering Manager, MAAS (Metal as a Service) to grow a distributed engineering team that delivers a cloud‑style API for provisioning, networking and storage on physical servers. The role is pivotal to expanding Canonical’s flagship data‑center product, ensuring the highest quality software and the best performance in high‑availability environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead a geographically distributed team of engineers within an agreed time zone.
• Coach, mentor, and develop team members, supporting their career progression.
• Set and manage expectations with other engineering teams, senior management and external stakeholders.
• Participate in code and architectural reviews, maintaining high engineering standards.
• Engage with broader Canonical teams, the open‑source community and key partners.
• Travel to internal and external global events (4‑6 weeks per year).

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in Computer Science or related field.
• Proven experience delivering software in Python, Golang or an equivalent language.
• Strong background in Linux system administration (Debian or Ubuntu preferred).
• Familiarity with cloud‑computing technologies: networking, storage, containers and Kubernetes.
• Ability to understand and solve complex distributed‑systems problems.
• Excellent written and spoken English and presentation skills.
• Experience with agile software‑development methodologies.
• Proven track record of mentoring, developing and supporting engineering teams.
• Result‑oriented with a personal drive to meet commitments.
• Available to travel internationally twice a year for up to two weeks.

Nice‑to‑have Skills

• Experience with TypeScript and modern web frameworks such as React, Angular, Svelte or Vue.
• Knowledge of data‑center infrastructure management and design.

Benefits

• Fully distributed work environment with twice‑yearly in‑person sprints.
• Personal learning and development budget of USD 2,000 per year.
• Annual compensation review and performance‑driven bonus or commission.
• Recognition rewards and annual holiday leave.
• Maternity and paternity leave.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Opportunities to travel to new locations to meet colleagues.
• Priority Pass and travel upgrades for long‑haul company events.

About Canonical

Canonical is a pioneering tech firm that publishes Ubuntu, a leading open‑source project that powers AI, IoT and cloud platforms worldwide. Recruiters are global and expect excellence, challenging employees to think differently, work smarter, learn new skills and raise their game.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Canonical is an equal‑opportunity employer. We foster a workplace free from discrimination and give all applicants fair consideration regardless of identity.