Public Cloud Project Manager

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

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a Public Cloud Project Manager to lead key enterprise accounts. This role requires a passion for Linux and project management, with responsibilities including managing multiple projects and advocating for cutting-edge technologies. The ideal candidate will thrive in a collaborative environment, ensuring project goals are met while engaging with diverse teams. With a commitment to professional growth and a supportive work culture, this position offers the chance to make a significant impact in the open source software landscape.

Benefits

Distributed work environment

USD 2,000 annual learning budget

Comprehensive benefits

Parental leave

Wellness programs

Travel opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in IT Cloud and software development project management.
• Deep understanding of Linux and public cloud technologies.

Responsibilities

• Deliver programs within schedule, scope, cost, and resources.
• Maintain strong customer focus and stakeholder engagement.

Skills

Project Management

Linux

Agile Methodologies

Communication Skills

Negotiation Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in STEM

Project Management Certification

Agile Certification

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

We are hiring a Public Cloud Project Manager. This role involves customer relationship management and advocacy for Canonical's technical assets. It is ideal for a technologist passionate about Linux and Project Management, eager to build a career with Canonical. Excellent communication skills and a passion for technology are essential.

Public Cloud Project Managers provide account leadership for Canonical's key Tier 1 Enterprise Public Cloud accounts, collaborating with teams from Software Engineering to Senior Executives. Responsibilities include managing multiple projects, shaping Statements of Work, and ensuring project goals are met. Periodic international travel is required, with location based in the Americas region.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Deliver programs within schedule, scope, cost, and resources.
2. Identify and mitigate technical and project risks.
3. Maintain strong customer focus and stakeholder engagement.
4. Conduct regular status meetings and reviews.
5. Manage delivery schedules of third-party deliverables.
6. Handle cross-organization engineering requests.
7. Advocate for Canonical's technologies to customers.

Qualifications:

• Experience in IT Cloud, software development project management, or agile methodologies.
• Deep understanding of Linux, open source, and public cloud.
• Software engineering background.
• Excellent communication skills in English.
• Experience leading remote, cross-cultural project teams.
• Negotiation and influencing skills.
• Bachelor's degree in STEM.
• Project Management Certification (PMP or equivalent).
• Agile Certification (Scrum Master or equivalent).
• 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 rewards.
• Comprehensive benefits including parental leave, wellness programs, and travel opportunities.

About Canonical:

Canonical pioneers open source technology, publishing Ubuntu, a key platform for AI, IoT, and cloud. We hire globally, uphold high standards, and promote a future-oriented, innovative work culture. Working here challenges you to think differently and grow professionally.

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

Additional Details:

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