Software Engineering Manager - Desktop and Embedded Linux Optimisation

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

Descripción de la vacante

An established industry player is seeking a Software Engineering Manager to lead a talented team in optimising Ubuntu for cutting-edge hardware. This role involves collaborating with major silicon companies and other teams to ensure timely project delivery while fostering a positive work environment. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience with Linux distributions and agile methodologies, along with excellent communication skills. Join a forward-thinking company that values diversity and offers ample opportunities for learning and development, as well as a supportive culture that encourages team growth and innovation.

Servicios

Learning and Development opportunities

Annual Compensation Review

Recognition Rewards

Annual Leave

Priority Pass for travel

Formación

• Proven experience managing or leading software engineering teams.
• Skilled in resolving technical issues and understanding business needs.

Responsabilidades

• Lead an engineering team working across the Linux stack to optimise Ubuntu.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to your team.

Conocimientos

Linux distributions

Debian packaging

high-performance server hardware

agile development methodologies

communication skills in English

Educación

Bachelor’s degree in technology-related field

Descripción del empleo

We work closely with major silicon companies to optimise Ubuntu for their latest hardware.

As a software engineering manager, you will:

1. Lead an engineering team working across the Linux stack—from kernel to GUI—to optimise Ubuntu for the latest silicon.
2. Represent the team in partner engagement and ensure timely delivery of project milestones.
3. Support team members' growth, foster a positive work environment, and influence company culture.
4. Provide technical leadership, challenge, and mentorship to your team.
5. Collaborate with other teams at Canonical to align on product architecture and roadmaps.
6. Work remotely with occasional travel up to twice a year for two weeks.

Who you are

1. Experienced with Linux distributions, Debian packaging, and high-performance server hardware.
2. Skilled in working directly with customers to resolve technical issues and understand business needs.
3. Proven experience managing or leading software engineering teams.
4. Knowledge of agile development methodologies.
5. Effective at cross-team collaboration, building trust, and delivering results.
6. Excellent communication skills in English, both written and oral.
7. Holding a bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a technology-related field.

What Canonical offers

• Learning and Development opportunities
• Annual Compensation Review
• Recognition Rewards
• Annual Leave
• Priority Pass for travel

We are proud to foster a workplace free from discrimination. Diversity of experience, perspectives, and background create a better work environment and better products. Whatever your identity, we will give your application fair consideration.