Engineering Manager - Ubuntu Desktop Apps

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CanonicalOpen Source Software

We have remote roles open in every time zone., All time zonesFull-TimeManager

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Exceptional academic track record from both high school and university.
Undergraduate degree in Computer Science or STEM, or a compelling narrative about an alternative path.
Strong background in software engineering and system design.
Experience leading engineering teams, including people management, coaching, and performance development.
Experience developing or operating Linux distribution technologies, package management systems, or software distribution infrastructure.
Strong understanding of systems software and operating system architecture.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work effectively in a globally distributed engineering team.
Ability to travel twice a year for company events, for up to two weeks each.

Define the technical vision and roadmap for Ubuntu's package management and system lifecycle platform.
Participate in design reviews and key technical decisions affecting the Ubuntu ecosystem.
Lead and support a team of engineers, fostering a culture of ownership and collaboration.
Mentor and grow team members to expand their technical leadership and organizational impact.
Plan and deliver improvements across multiple Ubuntu release cycles.
Improve test automation, release quality, and operational reliability.
Build strong partnerships across internal teams like Release Engineering, Launchpad, Desktop, and Security.
Collaborate with Debian, upstream projects, and the wider Ubuntu open source community.

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