Junior Project Manager

Canonical; Kraków; Remote; USD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a pioneering tech firm as a Junior Project Manager, where you will drive the adoption of open source technology across global enterprises. This role offers the opportunity to work on diverse projects, engage with key stakeholders, and contribute to the success of innovative initiatives. With a strong focus on customer satisfaction and exceptional project delivery, you will thrive in a dynamic environment that values integrity and accountability. Enjoy a distributed work environment and a generous annual learning budget, while making a significant impact in the tech industry.

Benefits

Annual learning and development budget of USD 2,000

Performance-based bonuses

Opportunities for international travel

Comprehensive benefits package

Biannual in-person team sprints

Qualifications

• Exceptional academic record in science or IT.
• Excellent communication skills in English.

Responsibilities

• Ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget.
• Identify and mitigate project risks effectively.

Skills

Project Management

Communication Skills

Leadership Skills

Problem Solving

Negotiation Skills

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor's Degree in Science/Software Engineering/IT

Job description

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 breakthrough enterprise initiatives such as public cloud, data science, AI, engineering innovation, and IoT. Our customers include the world's leading public cloud and silicon providers, and industry leaders across sectors. The company is founder-led, profitable, and growing.

We are hiring a Junior Project Manager

Our mission is to streamline and accelerate the adoption of open source across the entire global enterprise technology market. Our customers embrace the Canonical approach to open source for complex projects on bare metal, on the cloud, and at the edge.

Our Project Managers are responsible for ensuring project success by owning, driving, communicating, and respectfully engaging all stakeholders, valuing integrity and accountability.

Within a portfolio of projects with complex and changing software technologies, customer and partner satisfaction is only possible because of exceptional Project Managers who know how to respect and engage all stakeholders.

The role entails

1. Ensuring programs and projects are delivered within the schedule, scope, cost, budget, and resources expectations.
2. Supporting in identifying key technical and project risks and issues and actively putting mitigating actions in place.
3. Maintaining a strong customer focus and working with all key stakeholders to achieve successful outcomes.
4. Assisting in conducting regular status meetings and business reviews with customers.
5. Supporting the delivery schedule of critical third-party deliverables for the project.
6. Advocating to customers the appropriate technologies from Canonical's portfolio.

What we are looking for in you

• Exceptional academic record from high school and university in science, software engineering, or IT.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
• A solution-oriented mindset and ability to 'make things happen' with professionalism and negotiation skills.
• Demonstrated leadership skills in academic or extracurricular activities.
• Passion for technology evidenced by personal projects and initiatives.
• Strong work ethic, confidence, and ability to collaborate effectively.
• Ability to travel internationally twice a year for company events.
• Appreciation for diversity and ability to work in a multicultural environment.
• Self-motivation, thoughtfulness, and result-oriented approach.

What we offer colleagues

• Distributed work environment with biannual in-person team sprints.
• Annual personal learning and development budget of USD 2,000.
• Performance-based annual review and bonuses.
• Comprehensive benefits reflecting our values and local needs.
• Opportunities for international travel and professional growth.

About Canonical

Canonical is a pioneering tech firm at the forefront of the global move to open source, publishing Ubuntu, a key platform for AI, IoT, and cloud computing. We recruit globally and uphold high standards of excellence. Since 2004, most colleagues work remotely, embracing the future of work.

Canonical is an equal opportunity employer

We promote a workplace free from discrimination. Diversity in experience, perspectives, and backgrounds enhances our environment and products. We value your application regardless of your identity.