Engineering Manager - Ubuntu Security

Canonical; Aguascalientes; A distancia; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

An innovative technology firm seeks a Security Engineering Manager to lead a talented team in safeguarding the open-source ecosystem. This role involves addressing emerging threats, developing robust security measures, and collaborating with multiple teams to enhance the security of a widely used Linux distribution. With a focus on professional growth, you'll mentor engineers while implementing disciplined engineering processes. Join a forward-thinking company that values excellence and innovation, offering a competitive compensation package and a supportive work environment. Make a lasting impact on the digital landscape while enjoying opportunities for personal and professional development.

Servicios

Annual Learning and Development Budget

Holiday Leave

Maternity and Paternity Leave

Employee Assistance Programme

Travel Opportunities

Travel Upgrades for Company Events

Formación

• Exceptional academic track record and degree in Computer Science or STEM.
• Solid background in software development and application security.

Responsabilidades

• Lead and develop a team of engineers, providing technical guidance.
• Drive new security engineering projects and manage progress.

Conocimientos

Software Development

Communication Skills

Team Leadership

Vulnerability Remediation

Agile Development

Passion for Security

Educación

Undergraduate Degree in Computer Science or STEM

Herramientas

Linux

Go

Java

C

Python

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 security engineering team's first responsibility is to respond to emerging threats and aim to secure the open source ecosystem for community and enterprise use. Your work will improve the security of millions of people by addressing potential CVEs and vulnerabilities alongside the lifecycle of Canonical products such as Ubuntu. 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. The ability to develop engineering talent, represent your team and product from a technical perspective, and drive collaboration with other teams and customers are all critical to success in this role.

What you will do in this role

1. Lead and develop a team of engineers, ranging from graduate to senior
2. Provide technical guidance on vulnerability remediation
3. Drive the development of new security engineering projects
4. Work with upstream open source projects on vulnerability lifecycle handling
5. Coach, mentor, and offer career development feedback
6. Identify and measure team health indicators
7. Implement disciplined engineering processes
8. Represent your team and product to stakeholders, partners, and customers
9. Develop and evangelize great engineering and organizational practices
10. Plan and manage progress on goals and projects
11. Be an active part of the security engineering leadership team, collaborating with other leaders

What we are looking for in you

1. An exceptional academic track record from high school and university
2. Undergraduate degree in Computer Science or STEM, or a compelling narrative about your alternative path
3. Drive and a track record of exceeding expectations
4. Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English
5. A passion for developing and growing people, with a proven track record
6. Organized and capable of ensuring your team delivers timely, high-quality results
7. Professional manner when interacting with colleagues, partners, and the community
8. Solid background in software development, including support and maintenance
9. Mastery in any programming language (Go, Java, C, Python, ...)
10. Knowledgeable and passionate about software and application security
11. Experience working in an agile development environment
12. A demonstrated drive for continual learning
13. Builds trust, relationships, and confidence
14. Result-oriented with a personal drive to meet commitments
15. Willingness to travel twice a year for company events, up to two weeks each

Optional qualities we value

• Strong technical understanding of Linux distributions, ideally Ubuntu or Debian

What we offer you

We offer a competitive, globally shaped compensation package, revisited annually to recognize performance. Benefits include:

• Distributed work environment with twice-yearly in-person team sprints
• USD 2,000 annual learning and development budget
• Annual compensation review and recognition rewards
• Holiday leave, maternity and paternity leave
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Travel opportunities to meet colleagues
• Travel upgrades for company events

About Canonical

Canonical is a pioneering open-source technology firm, publisher of Ubuntu, and leader in AI, IoT, and cloud platforms. We operate globally with high standards, emphasizing excellence and innovation. Since 2004, we have been a remote-first company, encouraging forward-thinking, learning, and growth.

Canonical is an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive workplace free from discrimination. We value diverse perspectives and backgrounds, and we consider all applications fairly.