Lead Linux Kernel Engineer Manager

2 weeks ago


Los Angeles, California, United States ZipRecruiter Full time

Unlock a lucrative career opportunity as a Lead Linux Kernel Engineer Manager at Canonical, a pioneering tech firm at the forefront of the global open-source movement.

We are seeking an exceptional candidate to lead our distributed team of engineers in their time zone, overseeing the timely delivery of core and specialized Ubuntu kernels. Your primary responsibility will be to help your team grow as engineers, tackle important tasks, and have a great experience while doing it.

About the Role:

  • Lead a geographically dispersed team of skilled engineers
  • Develop your team through coaching, mentoring, and feedback
  • Ensure strict quality and reliability standards across all projects
  • Collaborate with other teams, the open-source community, and commercial partners
  • Travel globally 2-3 times a year for up to two weeks

Your Skills and Qualifications:

  • Extensive programming experience in C, with Python, Golang, or other languages highly regarded
  • Substantial knowledge of Linux kernel internals and concepts
  • Solid understanding of Linux kernel development principles
  • Demonstrated experience managing or leading a team of software engineers
  • Contributed to an open-source project in the past
  • Understanding of agile software development methodologies
  • Excellent communication skills in English, both written and oral

What We Offer:

  • A competitive base salary of $180,000 - $220,000 per annum, depending on location, experience, knowledge, and skills
  • Fully remote working environment
  • Personal learning and development budget of $2,000 USD per annum
  • Annual compensation review
  • Recognition rewards
  • Annual holiday leave
  • Parental Leave
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Priority Pass for travel and travel upgrades for long haul company events

About Us:

Canonical is a global leader in the open-source ecosystem, driving innovation and collaboration through its flagship product, Ubuntu. As a member of our team, you'll be part of a dynamic and diverse group shaping the future of technology.



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