Senior Engineering Manager- Ubuntu

Canonical; Caracas; A distancia; USD 80.000 - 120.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

An innovative tech company is seeking an Engineering Manager to lead a distributed team responsible for core Ubuntu components. In this pivotal role, you will drive technical excellence and foster a collaborative culture while overseeing project execution. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience with Linux distributions and strong leadership skills. This position offers a flexible remote work environment, a generous learning budget, and opportunities for professional growth. Join a forward-thinking organization committed to open-source technology and make a significant impact in the tech landscape.

Servicios

Annual learning and development budget

Performance bonuses

Comprehensive benefits

Parental leave

Travel opportunities

Formación

• Extensive experience with Linux distributions and packaging technologies.
• Experience managing or leading software engineering teams.

Responsabilidades

• Lead and grow a distributed engineering team.
• Plan, estimate, and oversee project execution.

Conocimientos

Linux distributions

Software engineering management

Linux system architecture

Java

GCC

Python

Rust

Go

Deb packaging

RPM packaging

Descripción del empleo

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, as well as industry leaders across sectors. The company is founder-led, profitable, and growing.

We are hiring an Engineering Manager to lead the team responsible for delivering core Ubuntu components, including system startup, compilers, language runtimes, toolchains, networking, and storage configuration and management. This is a fast-paced, highly technical role at the core of Linux server systems.

As an Engineering Manager on the Foundations team, you will play a pivotal role in driving Ubuntu forward, working at the intersection of the open source ecosystem and enterprise technology. You will lead and inspire your engineering team, fostering technical excellence, culture, and strategic execution. A deep understanding of Linux and Ubuntu, coupled with strong leadership skills, is essential.

Location:

Globally remote

Key Responsibilities:

1. Lead and grow a distributed engineering team
2. Demonstrate sound engineering principles through active leadership
3. Plan, estimate, and oversee project execution
4. Collaborate with product management to define vision and strategy
5. Coordinate with cross-functional teams
6. Promote modern software development practices
7. Foster a healthy, collaborative engineering culture aligned with company values
8. Coordinate with other teams to ensure alignment on architecture and roadmaps
9. Participate in in-person sprints twice a year

Candidate Requirements:

1. Extensive experience with Linux distributions and packaging technologies (e.g., deb, rpm)
2. Experience managing or leading software engineering teams
3. Strong knowledge in Linux system architecture, boot process, and toolchains (Java, GCC, Python, Rust, Go); experience with ARM and RISC-V is a plus
4. Engagement with open source communities and processes

What We Offer:

• Distributed work environment with biannual in-person sprints
• USD 2,000 annual learning and development budget
• Annual compensation review and performance bonuses
• Comprehensive benefits including leave, parental leave, Employee Assistance Program, and travel opportunities

About Canonical:

Canonical is a pioneering tech company leading the global shift to open source. As the publisher of Ubuntu, a key platform for AI, IoT, and cloud, we are shaping the future of software. We hire globally and uphold high standards of excellence. Most colleagues work remotely, embracing flexible and innovative work practices.

Canonical is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion, and welcomes applications from all backgrounds.