The Partner Engineering team works across the full Linux stack from kernel and system libraries to middleware, to integrate new features and optimise Ubuntu for the latest silicon platforms and software stacks. Our goal is to ensure Ubuntu is the premier platform for small IoT and edge devices, networking, automotive, server, and hyperconverged systems.
As a Partner Engineering Manager you will lead an engineering team focused on some of these platforms. You will manage technical relationships with our key silicon partners to ensure timely delivery of agreed project goals and collaborate with internal teams to deliver targeted results. Technical leadership experience and a background in software engineering, with a hands-on approach, are necessary prerequisites for this role.
In this role, you will be expected to lead, challenge, and develop talented engineers, positively influence the culture, facilitate technical delivery, and work with your team on strategy and execution.
What you'll do Lead and develop a team of engineers, ranging from graduate to seniorRepresent your team to partners, product stakeholders, and customersCollaborate proactively with a globally distributed organisationDevelop and evangelise great engineering and organisational practicesCoach, mentor, and offer career development feedbackImplement disciplined engineering processesPlan and manage progress on agreed goals and projectsBe an active part of the leadership team, collaborating with other leadersCollaborate with other teams at Canonical to ensure alignment on product architecture and roadmapsDesign and integrate new features and platform optimisationsWhat we're looking for in you Experience with Linux packaging (Debian, RPM, Yocto)Experience working with Python, C, C++Experience with IoT / Embedded devices from boot loaders and BSP enablement including hardware acceleratorsExperience managing software engineers with a track record of planning, delivery, and qualityExcellent verbal and written communication skills in EnglishA love of developing and growing people and a track record of itOrganised and able to ensure your team delivers timely, high-quality resultsWell-organised, self-starting and able to ensure your team delivers to scheduleProfessional manner interacting with colleagues, partners, and communityExperience working with customers, going beyond resolving their technical issues, to interpreting their business challenges and effectively communicating how your solution will meet their needsHigh-quality, well-designed, and well-documented software experienceBuilds trust, relationships, and confidenceSolid experience working in an agile development environmentAbility to travel twice a year, for company events up to two weeks eachAdditional Skills We Value Experience working with open source communities and licensesExperience with server technologies, including UEFI firmware, GPU computing, RDMA/Infiniband, and virtualization stacks (kvm, qemu, libvirt)Experience with graphics stacksExperience with open source networking technologies (eBPF, OVS, OVN, SoNIC, DPDK, SPDK, etc)Experience with container technologies such as LXD, Docker, and KubernetesUnderstanding of security best practices and Secure Software Development LifecyclesExperience designing and implementing CI/CD automation platforms such as GitHub ActionsExperience with performance benchmarking and profilingWhat we offer you
We consider geographical location, experience, and performance in shaping compensation worldwide. We revisit compensation annually (and more often for graduates and associates) to ensure we recognise outstanding performance. In addition to base pay, we offer a performance-driven annual bonus. We provide all team members with additional benefits, which reflect our values and ideals. We balance our programs to meet local needs and ensure fairness globally.
Distributed work environment with twice-yearly team sprints in personPersonal learning and development budget of USD 2,000 per yearAnnual compensation reviewRecognition rewardsAnnual holiday leaveMaternity and paternity leaveEmployee Assistance ProgrammeOpportunity to travel to new locations to meet colleaguesPriority Pass, and travel upgrades for long haul company eventsAbout Canonical
Canonical is a pioneering tech firm at the forefront of the global move to open source. As the company that publishes Ubuntu, one of the most important open source projects and the platform for AI, IoT, and the cloud, we are changing the world on a daily basis. We recruit on a global basis and set a very high standard for people joining the company. We expect excellence - in order to succeed, we need to be the best at what we do. Canonical has been a remote-first company since its inception in 2004. Working here is a step into the future, and will challenge you to think differently, work smarter, learn new skills, and raise your game.
Canonical is an equal opportunity employer. We are proud to foster a workplace free from discrimination. Diversity of experience, perspectives, and background create a better work environment and better products. Whatever your identity, we will give your application fair consideration.
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