Engineering Manager - Linux Hardware Enablement

Canonical is a company that develops Ubuntu, the world’s most widely used Linux desktop and server. The role involves leading an engineering team that partners with Linux engineers of a major silicon company to optimize Ubuntu for the latest silicon platforms and software stacks.

• Experience with Linux distributions, Debian packaging, and high performance, server-class hardware
• Experience working directly with customers, resolving technical issues, and communicating solutions
• Demonstrated experience managing or leading a team of software engineers
• Understanding of agile software development methodologies
• Ability to collaborate effectively across multiple internal teams
• Effective communication skills in English, both written and oral
• Bachelor’s or equivalent university degree, preferably in a technology field

• Lead a team of distributed engineers to design and implement Ubuntu integration for the latest IoT and server-class hardware platforms and software stacks
• Engage with commercial partners to deliver an optimized Ubuntu experience on their platforms
• Develop the team through coaching, mentoring, leading by example, and feedback
• Oversee commercial engagements and support timely delivery on agreed project milestones
• Ensure commitment to strict quality and reliability standards
• Engage with other teams at Canonical to ensure alignment on product architecture and roadmaps
• Work from home with global travel up to twice a year for up to two weeks

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