Junior Project Manager

Canonical; Remote; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Junior Project Manager who is passionate about technology and eager to drive project success. In this role, you will engage with stakeholders, manage project risks, and ensure timely delivery of initiatives. With a strong focus on collaboration and communication, you will advocate for innovative solutions while fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. This position offers opportunities for professional growth and a supportive culture that values learning and development. If you're ready to make an impact in the open-source community, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Annual learning and development budget

Comprehensive leave benefits

Wellness programs

Travel opportunities

Biannual in-person team sprints

Qualifications

• Exceptional academic record in science or IT with excellent English skills.
• Leadership experience from school or university.

Responsibilities

• Ensure projects are delivered within schedule, scope, and budget.
• Conduct regular status meetings with customers.

Skills

Project Management

Communication Skills

Leadership

Problem Solving

Technical Knowledge

Education

Degree in Science or IT

Alternative Narrative in Technical Field

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 top public cloud and silicon providers, along with industry leaders across sectors. The company is founder-led, profitable, and growing.

We are hiring a Junior Project Manager. Our mission is to streamline and accelerate the adoption of open source across the global enterprise technology market. Our Project Managers ensure project success by owning, driving, communicating, and engaging all stakeholders with integrity and accountability.

The role involves:

1. Ensuring programs and projects are delivered within schedule, scope, cost, and resources expectations.
2. Supporting the identification and mitigation of technical and project risks and issues.
3. Maintaining strong customer focus and collaborating with stakeholders for successful outcomes.
4. Conducting regular status meetings and business reviews with customers.
5. Supporting delivery schedules of critical third-party deliverables.
6. Advocating appropriate Canonical technologies to customers.

What we are looking for in you:

• Exceptional academic record in science, software engineering, or IT, with excellent English communication skills and a solution-oriented mindset.
• Leadership experience from school or university.
• Degree in a technical field or a compelling alternative narrative.
• Confidence to communicate, share feedback, and negotiate professionally.
• Proven ability to go above and beyond expectations.
• Passion for technology demonstrated through personal projects.
• Strong work ethic, confidence, and motivation to excel with colleagues.
• Excellent English presentation skills and interpersonal skills.
• Curiosity, flexibility, accountability, and appreciation for diversity.
• Self-motivation, result orientation, and ability to travel internationally twice a year.

What we offer colleagues:

• Distributed work environment with biannual in-person team sprints.
• USD 2,000 annual learning and development budget.
• Annual compensation review and recognition rewards.
• Comprehensive leave, maternity/paternity benefits, wellness programs, and travel opportunities.

About Canonical:

Canonical pioneers in open source, publishing Ubuntu, a key platform for AI, IoT, and cloud. We operate globally, set high standards, and foster a remote work culture since 2004. Working here challenges you to think differently and develop new skills.

Canonical is an equal opportunity employer: We value diversity and are committed to fair application processes, fostering a discrimination-free workplace.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Project Management and Information Technology

Industries

• Software Development