Canonical
Project Manager - Ubuntu Embedded Systems
Canonical, Sacramento, California, United States, 95828
Overview
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 breakthrough enterprise initiatives such as public cloud, data science, AI, engineering innovation, and IoT. Our customers include the world's leading public cloud and silicon providers, and industry leaders in many sectors. The company is a pioneer of global distributed collaboration, with 1200+ colleagues in 75+ countries and very few office-based roles. Teams meet two to four times yearly in person, in interesting locations around the world, to align on strategy and execution. The company is founder-led, profitable, and growing. The role : We are hiring a
Project Manager - Ubuntu Embedded Systems
for Canonical's Devices business. This role is responsible for the coordination and completion of large complex customer-facing projects, overseeing all aspects of project delivery and acting as the primary delivery liaison between Canonical's engineering teams and Canonical's customers. You will manage projects that involve the delivery of Ubuntu images on devices ranging from robots, edge gateways, and IoT devices to PCs and automotive systems. This is a high-profile project management position where you are expected to build and maintain working relationships with team members, customers, other partners/vendors (Silicon vendors, OEMs, ODMs, IHVs), and other Canonical departments/teams. Location : This role will be based remotely in the AMERICAs and/or EMEA regions. Responsibilities
Manage projects through their complete life cycle and ensure the overall goals for both Canonical and the client are met Deliver engineering professional services for assigned projects Work with engineering teams on custom board enablement and delivery of Ubuntu images to customers Assist in the development of project statements of work Draft and maintain project-specific schedules and plans Obtain client agreement to the project schedule and work items Ensure projects are delivered within time, resources, and scope expectations Manage project risk mitigation and plans Address technical issues to reach delivery outcomes Maintain daily and weekly communication with the client and internal stakeholders Coordinate delivery schedule of critical third-party deliverables Keep management informed of project status Identify custom engineering requests outside existing contracts Advocate Canonical technologies to customers Support different time zones and non-traditional hours as required Qualifications
Solid project management experience delivering engineering services to customers, managing software development teams and field engineers Extensive experience managing projects with cross-cultural and multi-continent resources (Asia, Europe, Americas) Educational degree preferably in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math Good knowledge of Linux and the Open Source Software community; understanding of computer architecture Excellent verbal and written English communications skills Strong leadership and problem-solving abilities with experience building internal and external partnerships PMP/PMI or PRINCE2 Practitioner Certification preferred Ability to work non-standard hours to support a worldwide team Willingness to travel up to 4 times a year for internal events What we offer
We offer a globally distributed work environment with annual compensation reviews and a performance-driven bonus or commission. Benefits reflect our values and local needs. Details vary by location. 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 Travel upgrades for long-haul company events About 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 of software. We recruit on a global basis and set a very high standard for people joining the company. Most colleagues have worked from home since our 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. Job details
Seniority level: Mid-Senior level Employment type: Full-time Job function: Project Management and Information Technology Industries: Software Development
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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 breakthrough enterprise initiatives such as public cloud, data science, AI, engineering innovation, and IoT. Our customers include the world's leading public cloud and silicon providers, and industry leaders in many sectors. The company is a pioneer of global distributed collaboration, with 1200+ colleagues in 75+ countries and very few office-based roles. Teams meet two to four times yearly in person, in interesting locations around the world, to align on strategy and execution. The company is founder-led, profitable, and growing. The role : We are hiring a
Project Manager - Ubuntu Embedded Systems
for Canonical's Devices business. This role is responsible for the coordination and completion of large complex customer-facing projects, overseeing all aspects of project delivery and acting as the primary delivery liaison between Canonical's engineering teams and Canonical's customers. You will manage projects that involve the delivery of Ubuntu images on devices ranging from robots, edge gateways, and IoT devices to PCs and automotive systems. This is a high-profile project management position where you are expected to build and maintain working relationships with team members, customers, other partners/vendors (Silicon vendors, OEMs, ODMs, IHVs), and other Canonical departments/teams. Location : This role will be based remotely in the AMERICAs and/or EMEA regions. Responsibilities
Manage projects through their complete life cycle and ensure the overall goals for both Canonical and the client are met Deliver engineering professional services for assigned projects Work with engineering teams on custom board enablement and delivery of Ubuntu images to customers Assist in the development of project statements of work Draft and maintain project-specific schedules and plans Obtain client agreement to the project schedule and work items Ensure projects are delivered within time, resources, and scope expectations Manage project risk mitigation and plans Address technical issues to reach delivery outcomes Maintain daily and weekly communication with the client and internal stakeholders Coordinate delivery schedule of critical third-party deliverables Keep management informed of project status Identify custom engineering requests outside existing contracts Advocate Canonical technologies to customers Support different time zones and non-traditional hours as required Qualifications
Solid project management experience delivering engineering services to customers, managing software development teams and field engineers Extensive experience managing projects with cross-cultural and multi-continent resources (Asia, Europe, Americas) Educational degree preferably in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math Good knowledge of Linux and the Open Source Software community; understanding of computer architecture Excellent verbal and written English communications skills Strong leadership and problem-solving abilities with experience building internal and external partnerships PMP/PMI or PRINCE2 Practitioner Certification preferred Ability to work non-standard hours to support a worldwide team Willingness to travel up to 4 times a year for internal events What we offer
We offer a globally distributed work environment with annual compensation reviews and a performance-driven bonus or commission. Benefits reflect our values and local needs. Details vary by location. 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 Travel upgrades for long-haul company events About 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 of software. We recruit on a global basis and set a very high standard for people joining the company. Most colleagues have worked from home since our 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. Job details
Seniority level: Mid-Senior level Employment type: Full-time Job function: Project Management and Information Technology Industries: Software Development
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