Engineering Manager - Ubuntu Security

Canonical; Portland (ME); Remote; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative company is seeking an Engineering Manager to lead a dedicated team focused on Ubuntu security. This role is pivotal in safeguarding millions of users worldwide, addressing emerging threats, and developing robust security measures. You will have the opportunity to mentor engineers, drive impactful projects, and collaborate with open-source initiatives. With a commitment to excellence and a distributed work environment, this position offers a unique chance to contribute to digital security and open-source innovation while fostering a culture of continuous learning and development.

Benefits

Annual learning and development budget of USD 2,000

Performance bonuses

Comprehensive benefits including parental leave

Employee Assistance Program

Travel opportunities

Qualifications

• Strong academic background or compelling alternative path.
• Proven leadership and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team of engineers in security.
• Drive security engineering projects and mentor team members.

Skills

Leadership

Communication Skills

Software Development

Programming (Go, Java, C, Python)

Software Security Knowledge

Agile Development

Education

Degree in Computer Science or STEM

High School Diploma

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About the role

As the most widely used Linux distribution, Ubuntu underpins the security of the entire internet. The Security Engineering Manager plays a critical role in safeguarding millions of users worldwide. You will lead a team of security experts dedicated to protecting the open-source ecosystem, addressing emerging threats, developing security measures, and ensuring Ubuntu's integrity. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on digital security and contribute to open source innovation.

Key responsibilities

1. Lead and develop a team of engineers across various experience levels.
2. Provide technical guidance on vulnerability remediation.
3. Drive security engineering projects and collaborate with upstream open source projects.
4. Mentor team members and facilitate career development.
5. Monitor team health and implement disciplined engineering processes.
6. Represent the team and product to stakeholders, partners, and customers.
7. Promote best engineering and organizational practices.
8. Manage project goals and progress.
9. Participate in security engineering leadership discussions.

Candidate profile

• Strong academic background from high school and university, or an alternative compelling path.
• Degree in Computer Science, STEM, or relevant experience.
• Proven leadership, communication skills, and a passion for developing talent.
• Solid software development background, with expertise in support and maintenance.
• Mastery in programming languages such as Go, Java, C, or Python.
• Knowledge and passion for software and application security.
• Experience in agile development environments and continuous learning.
• Ability to travel twice a year for company events.

Preferred qualifications

• Deep understanding of Linux distributions, especially Ubuntu or Debian.

What we offer

• Distributed work environment with biannual in-person team sprints.
• Annual learning and development budget of USD 2,000.
• Competitive compensation with annual reviews and performance bonuses.
• Comprehensive benefits including leave, parental leave, Employee Assistance Program, and travel opportunities.

About Canonical

Canonical is a pioneering open source company, publishing Ubuntu and leading innovations in AI, IoT, and cloud. We are a remote-first organization committed to excellence, diversity, and inclusion. Join us to be part of shaping the future of technology.

Additional details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Engineering and IT
• Industry: Software Development