Enterprise Project Manager

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, as well as industry leaders across sectors. The company is founder-led, profitable, and growing.

We are hiring an Enterprise Project Manager.

Canonical's mission is to streamline and accelerate the adoption of open source across the global enterprise technology market. Our Enterprise Project Managers are responsible for ensuring project success by owning, driving, communicating, and engaging all stakeholders with integrity and accountability.

This role involves managing complex projects with changing software technologies, ensuring customer and partner satisfaction through exceptional stakeholder engagement.

Location: This is a globally remote role.

Responsibilities include:

1. Delivering programs and projects within schedule, scope, cost, and resource expectations.
2. Identifying and mitigating technical and project risks and issues.
3. Maintaining strong customer focus and collaborating with stakeholders for successful outcomes.
4. Conducting regular status meetings and business reviews with customers.
5. Managing delivery schedules for critical third-party deliverables.
6. Advocating appropriate technologies from Canonical's portfolio.
7. Driving project success while managing risks.

Qualifications:

• Experience in Enterprise IT Programs, Process Improvement, and Software Engineering Project Management.
• Excellent communication skills in English.
• Experience leading remote, cross-cultural, and global project teams and customers.
• Strong negotiation and influencing skills.
• Deep understanding of Linux, Open Source, and Cloud Technologies.
• Bachelor's Degree in a STEM discipline.
• Project Management Certification (e.g., PMP).
• Agile Project Management certification (e.g., Scrum Master).
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally.

What we offer:

• Distributed work environment with biannual in-person team sprints.
• Annual learning and development budget of USD 2,000.
• Performance reviews and compensation adjustments.
• Additional benefits reflecting our values, including leave, wellness programs, and travel opportunities.

About Canonical:

Canonical pioneers in open source, publishing Ubuntu, a key platform for AI, IoT, and cloud. We recruit globally and uphold high standards of excellence. Working at Canonical means working remotely since 2004, embracing innovation, skill development, and growth.

Equal Opportunity:

We are committed to diversity and provide a workplace free from discrimination. We value diverse perspectives to create a better environment and products.