Enterprise Project Manager

Canonical; Portland (ME); Remote; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative tech firm is seeking a dynamic Enterprise Project Manager to lead the charge in adopting open source technologies across global enterprises. In this pivotal role, you will drive project success by managing complex initiatives, engaging stakeholders, and ensuring timely delivery. With a focus on collaboration and excellence, you will work with diverse teams and customers around the world, all while enjoying the flexibility of a globally remote work environment. This role offers an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in the tech industry, fostering a culture of innovation and continuous learning.

Benefits

Annual learning budget of USD 2,000

Regular compensation reviews

Performance bonuses

Holiday leave

Parental leave

Wellness programs

Travel opportunities

Biannual in-person team sprints

Qualifications

• Experience in Enterprise IT Programs and Software Engineering Project Management.
• Deep understanding of Linux, Open Source, and Cloud Technologies.

Responsibilities

• Ensure projects are delivered on schedule, within scope and budget.
• Identify and mitigate key technical and project risks.
• Conduct regular status meetings and business reviews.

Skills

Stakeholder Engagement

Project Delivery

Communication Skills

Negotiation Skills

Linux Knowledge

Cloud Technologies

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in STEM

Project Management Certification (PMP)

Agile Certification (Scrum Master)

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Company Overview

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 1200+ colleagues in over 75 countries, and very few office-based roles. Teams meet a few times a year in interesting locations worldwide to align on strategy and execution.

We are founder-led, profitable, and growing.

Role Summary

We are hiring an Enterprise Project Manager. The mission of this role is to streamline and accelerate the adoption of open source across the global enterprise technology market. The Project Manager will ensure project success by owning, driving, communicating, and engaging stakeholders with integrity and accountability. Managing complex projects with evolving technologies and diverse stakeholders requires exceptional skills in stakeholder engagement and project delivery.

Location

This is a globally remote role.

Responsibilities

1. Ensure programs and projects are delivered on schedule, within scope, budget, and resources.
2. Identify and mitigate key technical and project risks.
3. Maintain strong customer focus and collaborate with stakeholders for successful outcomes.
4. Conduct regular status meetings and business reviews with customers.
5. Manage delivery schedules of critical third-party deliverables.
6. Advocate for appropriate Canonical technologies to customers.
7. Drive project success while managing risks.

Candidate 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 project 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) and Agile Certification (e.g., Scrum Master).
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally.

What We Offer

• Distributed work environment with biannual in-person team sprints.
• Annual personal learning and development budget of USD 2,000.
• Regular compensation reviews and performance bonuses.
• Additional benefits aligned with our values, including holiday leave, parental leave, wellness programs, and travel opportunities.

About Canonical

Canonical is a pioneering tech firm leading the global move to open source. As the publisher of Ubuntu, a key platform for AI, IoT, and cloud, we are transforming software development. We recruit globally, uphold high standards, and foster a diverse, inclusive workplace. Working remotely has been our norm since 2004, encouraging innovative thinking and skills development.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Canonical is committed to diversity and inclusion. We provide fair consideration regardless of background or identity, fostering a discrimination-free workplace.

Additional Details

• Seniority Level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment Type: Full-time
• Job Function: Project Management and IT
• Industry: Software Development