Enterprise Project Manager

Canonical; San Bernardino (CA); Remote; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as an Enterprise Project Manager, where you will drive the adoption of open source technologies across global enterprises. In this role, you will manage complex projects, ensuring successful outcomes through excellent communication and stakeholder engagement. With a focus on customer satisfaction, you will advocate for innovative solutions while leading cross-cultural teams. Enjoy a distributed work environment with opportunities for professional development and performance bonuses. This position offers the chance to make a significant impact in a rapidly evolving industry, all while working remotely.

Benefits

USD 2,000 annual learning and development budget

Annual compensation review

Performance bonuses

Wellness programs

Travel opportunities

Distributed work environment

Qualifications

• Experience in managing complex projects in a remote environment.
• Strong focus on customer satisfaction and stakeholder engagement.

Responsibilities

• Deliver projects on time, within scope, and budget.
• Identify and mitigate project risks and issues.
• Maintain strong collaboration with stakeholders.

Skills

Enterprise IT Programs

Process Improvement

Software Engineering Project Management

Excellent communication skills

Negotiation and influencing skills

Linux

Open Source

Cloud Technologies

Education

Bachelor's Degree in STEM

Project Management Certification (e.g., PMP)

Agile Certification (e.g., Scrum Master)

Job description

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About Canonical

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 top public cloud and silicon providers, as well as industry leaders across sectors. We have a global, distributed team of 1200+ colleagues in 75+ countries, with few office-based roles. Teams meet in person 2-4 times annually in various locations worldwide to align on strategy and execution.

We are a founder-led, profitable, and growing company.

Role Overview

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 all stakeholders with integrity and accountability. Managing complex projects involving evolving software technologies, customer and partner satisfaction hinges on excellent project management skills.

Location

This is a globally remote role.

Responsibilities

1. Deliver programs and projects within schedule, scope, cost, and resource expectations.
2. Identify and mitigate key technical and project risks and issues.
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 third-party deliverables.
6. Advocate for Canonical technologies to customers.
7. Drive project success while managing risks.

Qualifications

• 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.
• 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.
• 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 pioneers open source innovations, publishing Ubuntu, a key platform for AI, IoT, and cloud. We set high standards for our global team, which has worked remotely since 2004. Working at Canonical challenges you to think differently, learn new skills, and excel.

Equal Opportunity Statement

We are committed to a workplace free from discrimination. We value diversity and provide fair consideration to all applications.

Additional Details

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