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Canonical is a leading provider of open source software and operating systems to the global enterprise and technology markets. Our platform, Ubuntu, is widely used in initiatives such as public cloud, data science, AI, engineering innovation, and IoT. Our customers include top public cloud and silicon providers, and industry leaders across sectors. We are a pioneer of global distributed collaboration, with 1200+ colleagues in 75+ countries and few office-based roles. Teams meet 2-4 times a year in interesting locations worldwide to align on strategy and execution.
The company is founder-led, profitable, and growing.
We are hiring an
Enterprise Project Manager . Canonical's mission is to streamline and accelerate the adoption of open source across the global enterprise technology market. Our customers leverage Canonical's approach to open source for complex projects on bare metal, cloud, and at the edge. Our Enterprise Project Managers ensure project success by owning, driving, communicating, and respectfully engaging all stakeholders, valuing integrity and accountability.
Within a portfolio of projects involving complex and evolving software technologies, customer and partner satisfaction depends on exceptional Project Managers who respect and engage all stakeholders.
Location:
This is a globally remote role.
The role entails:
Ensuring programs and projects are delivered within schedule, scope, cost, budget, and resource expectations
Identifying key technical and project risks and actively implementing mitigation actions
Maintaining strong customer focus and collaborating with all key stakeholders for successful outcomes
Conducting regular status meetings and business reviews with customers and providing guidance as needed
Managing the delivery schedule of critical third-party project deliverables
Advocating for appropriate Canonical technologies to customers
Driving project success while managing risks
What we are looking for in you:
Experience in Enterprise IT Programs, Process Improvement, and Software Engineering Project Management
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
Experience leading cross-cultural, remote, and global project teams and customers
Strong negotiation and influencing skills
Deep understanding of Linux, Open Source, and Cloud Technologies
Bachelor's Degree in a STEM discipline
Project Management Certification, preferably PMP or equivalent
Agile Project Management certification, preferably Scrum Master or equivalent
Ability and willingness to travel domestically and internationally
What we offer colleagues:
Distributed work environment with biannual in-person team sprints
Personal learning and development budget of USD 2,000/year
Annual compensation review
Recognition rewards
Annual holiday leave
Maternity and paternity leave
Team Member Assistance Program & Wellness Platform
Opportunities to travel and meet colleagues in new locations
Priority Pass and travel upgrades for long-haul company events
About Canonical:
Canonical is a pioneering tech firm leading the global shift to open source. As the publisher of Ubuntu, a key open-source platform for AI, IoT, and cloud, we are transforming software. We recruit globally and uphold high standards for new hires. Most colleagues work remotely since our founding in 2004. Working here challenges you to think differently, work smarter, learn new skills, and elevate your performance.
Canonical is an equal opportunity employer. We foster a workplace free from discrimination, valuing diverse experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds. All applications are given fair consideration.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Project Management and Information Technology
Industries
Software Development
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Enterprise Project Manager
role at
Canonical
Canonical is a leading provider of open source software and operating systems to the global enterprise and technology markets. Our platform, Ubuntu, is widely used in initiatives such as public cloud, data science, AI, engineering innovation, and IoT. Our customers include top public cloud and silicon providers, and industry leaders across sectors. We are a pioneer of global distributed collaboration, with 1200+ colleagues in 75+ countries and few office-based roles. Teams meet 2-4 times a year in interesting locations worldwide to align on strategy and execution.
The company is founder-led, profitable, and growing.
We are hiring an
Enterprise Project Manager . Canonical's mission is to streamline and accelerate the adoption of open source across the global enterprise technology market. Our customers leverage Canonical's approach to open source for complex projects on bare metal, cloud, and at the edge. Our Enterprise Project Managers ensure project success by owning, driving, communicating, and respectfully engaging all stakeholders, valuing integrity and accountability.
Within a portfolio of projects involving complex and evolving software technologies, customer and partner satisfaction depends on exceptional Project Managers who respect and engage all stakeholders.
Location:
This is a globally remote role.
The role entails:
Ensuring programs and projects are delivered within schedule, scope, cost, budget, and resource expectations
Identifying key technical and project risks and actively implementing mitigation actions
Maintaining strong customer focus and collaborating with all key stakeholders for successful outcomes
Conducting regular status meetings and business reviews with customers and providing guidance as needed
Managing the delivery schedule of critical third-party project deliverables
Advocating for appropriate Canonical technologies to customers
Driving project success while managing risks
What we are looking for in you:
Experience in Enterprise IT Programs, Process Improvement, and Software Engineering Project Management
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
Experience leading cross-cultural, remote, and global project teams and customers
Strong negotiation and influencing skills
Deep understanding of Linux, Open Source, and Cloud Technologies
Bachelor's Degree in a STEM discipline
Project Management Certification, preferably PMP or equivalent
Agile Project Management certification, preferably Scrum Master or equivalent
Ability and willingness to travel domestically and internationally
What we offer colleagues:
Distributed work environment with biannual in-person team sprints
Personal learning and development budget of USD 2,000/year
Annual compensation review
Recognition rewards
Annual holiday leave
Maternity and paternity leave
Team Member Assistance Program & Wellness Platform
Opportunities to travel and meet colleagues in new locations
Priority Pass and travel upgrades for long-haul company events
About Canonical:
Canonical is a pioneering tech firm leading the global shift to open source. As the publisher of Ubuntu, a key open-source platform for AI, IoT, and cloud, we are transforming software. We recruit globally and uphold high standards for new hires. Most colleagues work remotely since our founding in 2004. Working here challenges you to think differently, work smarter, learn new skills, and elevate your performance.
Canonical is an equal opportunity employer. We foster a workplace free from discrimination, valuing diverse experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds. All applications are given fair consideration.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Project Management and Information Technology
Industries
Software Development
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