Canonical
Engineering Manager- Ubuntu Linux Kernel
Remote Devices Engineering role with clear candidate location fit.
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Eligible countriesWorldwide
Seniority signalLead
Work settingRemote
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Role overview
Engineering Manager- Ubuntu Linux Kernel
Requirements and responsibilities
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The role entails
- Transition from individual contribution or technical leadership into full-time people and project management.
- Lead and mentor a globally distributed team of talented Linux kernel engineers.
- Manage the delivery, testing, and maintenance of Ubuntu kernels across various platforms (cloud, server, desktop, and IoT).
- Drive engineering excellence, ensuring code quality, security, and performance standards are met consistently.
- Develop and execute team strategies, aligning with broader company goals and product roadmaps.
- Collaborate with silicon vendors, cloud partners, and internal Canonical teams to enable new hardware and features.
- Own the release cycles and update cadence for your team's kernel portfolios.
- Foster a culture of continuous learning, feedback, open-source collaboration, and accountability within the team.
What we are looking for in you
- Proven experience as a Senior Software Engineer, Tech Lead, or similar role with a strong desire to transition into a formal management position (no prior direct management experience required).
- Solid technical background in systems software, C programming, or operating systems concepts. Direct experience with the Linux or other operating system kernels would be highly regarded, but is not essential.
- Prior experience developing with software packaging formats, with direct Ubuntu/Debian/Snap experience being highly regarded.
- Demonstrated ability to mentor junior engineers, guide complex technical projects, or drive architectural decisions.
- Leadership potential and a commitment to skills development and mentorship.
- Confidence to respectfully speak up, exchange feedback, and share ideas without hesitation.
- Professional written and spoken English with excellent presentation skills.
- Ability to travel internationally twice a year for company events up to two weeks long.
Nice-to-have skills
- Experience acting as a scrum master, project lead, or informal mentor for remote teams.
- Direct experience contributing to or participating in the Linux kernel community.
- Familiarity with continuous integration (CI) and automated testing frameworks for systems software.
What we offer colleagues
- Distributed work environment with twice-yearly team sprints in person
- Personal learning and development budget of USD 2,000 per year
- Annual compensation review
- Recognition rewards
- Annual holiday leave
- Maternity and paternity leave
- Team Member Assistance Program & Wellness Platform
- Opportunity to travel to new locations to meet colleagues
- Priority Pass and travel upgrades for long-haul company events
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