Senior Linux Engineering Leader

1 week ago


Chicago, Illinois, United States ZipRecruiter Full time
About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Linux Engineering Manager to lead our team in delivering exceptional results.

Job Description

This is a challenging and fast-paced role that requires technical leadership experience, a background in software engineering, and excellent communication skills. As a Partner Engineering Manager at Canonical, you will be responsible for managing relationships with key technology partners, ensuring timely delivery on project milestones, and leading a team of distributed engineers to design and implement the best Ubuntu integration for IoT and server-class hardware platforms and software stacks.

You will engage with commercial partners to deliver a delightful and optimised Ubuntu experience on their platforms, develop your team through coaching, mentoring, and feedback, and oversee commercial engagements to ensure timely delivery on agreed project milestones. Additionally, you will ensure an ongoing commitment to strict quality and reliability standards, engage with other teams at Canonical to ensure alignment on product architecture and roadmaps, and work from home with global travel up to twice a year for up to two weeks.

Key Responsibilities
  1. Lead a team of distributed engineers to design and implement the best Ubuntu integration for the latest IoT and server-class hardware platforms and software stacks.
  2. Engage with commercial partners to deliver a delightful and optimised Ubuntu experience on their platforms.
  3. Develop your team through coaching, mentoring, and feedback.
  4. Oversee commercial engagements to ensure timely delivery on agreed project milestones.
  5. Ensure an ongoing commitment to strict quality and reliability standards.
  6. Engage with other teams at Canonical to ensure alignment on product architecture and roadmaps.
Requirements

To be successful in this role, you should have:

  • Experience working with Linux distributions, debian packaging, and high-performance, server-class hardware.
  • A proven track record of managing or leading a team of software engineers.
  • Understanding of agile software development methodologies.
  • Effective communication skills in English, both written and oral.
  • A bachelor's (or equivalent university level) degree, preferably in a technology field.
About Canonical

Canonical is a leader in open-source software development, and we're proud to foster a workplace free from discrimination. We believe that diversity of experience, perspectives, and background create a better work environment and better products. Whatever your background, we will give your application fair consideration.

What We Offer
  • Learning and Development opportunities.
  • Annual Compensation Review.
  • Recognition Rewards.
  • Annual Leave.
  • Priority Pass for travel.

Estimated Salary: $120,000 - $180,000 per year, depending on experience and location.



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