Enterprise Project Manager

Canonical; Charlotte (NC); Remote; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking an Enterprise Project Manager to drive project success in the open-source technology sector. This role involves managing complex projects across various platforms, ensuring timely delivery while engaging stakeholders effectively. The company fosters a distributed work environment, promoting collaboration among global teams. With a strong focus on professional development and a commitment to diversity, this opportunity is perfect for those looking to make a significant impact in the enterprise technology landscape.

Benefits

USD 2,000 annual learning and development budget

Annual compensation review

Performance bonuses

Wellness programs

Travel opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience leading cross-cultural, remote, and global teams.
• Deep understanding of Linux, Open Source, and Cloud Technologies.

Responsibilities

• Delivering programs and projects within schedule, scope, cost, and resources.
• Identifying and mitigating technical and project risks and issues.
• Maintaining strong customer focus and stakeholder engagement.

Skills

Enterprise IT Programs

Process Improvement

Software Engineering Project Management

Communication Skills

Negotiation Skills

Linux

Open Source Technologies

Cloud Technologies

Education

Bachelor's Degree in STEM

Project Management Certification (e.g., PMP)

Agile Project Management Certification (e.g., Scrum Master)

Job description

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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 major public cloud and silicon providers, along with industry leaders across sectors. We are a pioneer in global distributed collaboration, with over 1200 colleagues in 75+ countries and few office-based roles. Teams meet a few times a year in various international locations to align on strategy and execution.

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 customers rely on Canonical for complex projects on bare metal, cloud, and edge. Our Enterprise Project Managers ensure project success by owning, driving, communicating, and engaging stakeholders with integrity and accountability.

Responsibilities include:

• Delivering programs and projects within schedule, scope, cost, and resources.
• Identifying and mitigating technical and project risks and issues.
• Maintaining strong customer focus and stakeholder engagement.
• Conducting regular status meetings and business reviews.
• Managing delivery schedules for third-party deliverables.
• Advocating appropriate Canonical technologies to customers.
• Driving project success while managing risks.

Requirements:

• Experience in Enterprise IT Programs, Process Improvement, and Software Engineering Project Management.
• Excellent communication skills in English.
• Experience leading cross-cultural, remote, and global 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.
• USD 2,000 annual learning and development budget.
• Annual compensation review and performance bonuses.
• Additional benefits reflecting our values, including leave, wellness programs, and travel opportunities.

About Canonical:

Canonical is a pioneering open-source tech firm, publisher of Ubuntu, and leader in AI, IoT, and cloud platforms. We hire globally, uphold high standards, and support remote work since 2004. Join us to work smarter, learn new skills, and innovate.

Canonical is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and fair consideration for all applicants.

Additional Details:

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