Engineering Manager - Ubuntu Core

Canonical; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); Remote; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative company is seeking an Engineering Manager to redefine the embedded Linux experience. This exciting role involves leading a talented team focused on security, reliability, and open-source innovation. You will be responsible for mentoring developers, ensuring timely delivery of projects, and fostering a collaborative culture. The position offers the flexibility of remote work with biannual travel for company events, making it ideal for those passionate about technology and team development. Join a diverse and dynamic environment where your leadership can make a significant impact.

Qualifications

• Strong background in software development, especially in embedded systems.
• Experience in leading, managing, and mentoring software developers.

Responsibilities

• Building and leading a distributed engineering team through hiring, coaching, and mentoring.
• Ensuring timely delivery of technical solutions aligned with business needs.
• Promoting modern, agile development practices within the team.

Skills

Golang

C/C++

Shell scripting

Linux (Debian/Ubuntu)

Team leadership

Agile development

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

STEM or related fields

Job description

Join to apply for the Engineering Manager - Ubuntu Core role at Canonical.

This role offers an opportunity to redefine the embedded Linux experience with a focus on security, reliability, and open source innovation. As an engineering manager, you will lead a team of developers working on Ubuntu Core system software across various CPU architectures, including ARM, RISC-V, and x86.

Responsibilities include:

1. Building and leading a distributed engineering team through hiring, coaching, and mentoring.
2. Contributing to team goals through direct engineering efforts.
3. Ensuring timely delivery of technical solutions aligned with business needs.
4. Managing expectations with stakeholders and fostering a collaborative engineering culture.
5. Promoting modern, agile development practices within the team.
6. Participating in leadership activities and collaborating across the organization.

Ideal candidates will have:

• A passion for technology and developing talent.
• Experience in leading, managing, and mentoring software developers.
• Strong background in software development, especially in embedded systems.
• Proficiency with Golang, C/C++, Shell scripting, and Linux, preferably Debian or Ubuntu.
• A Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Computer Science, STEM, or related fields.

Additional information includes the seniority level (Mid-Senior), employment type (Full-time), and industry focus (Software Development). The role offers the flexibility of remote work with biannual travel for company events. Canonical values diversity and encourages applications from all backgrounds.