Canonical
Software Engineering Manager (Backend SaaS)
Canonical is a leading provider of open‑source software and operating systems to the global enterprise and technology markets. Our flagship platform, Ubuntu, powers public cloud, data science, AI, engineering innovation, and IoT deployments worldwide. With more than 1,200 colleagues in over 75 countries, Canonical pioneers global distributed collaboration.
We are hiring an engineering manager to lead the reboot of our Landscape systems‑management solution for Ubuntu. Landscape currently serves thousands of deployments and offers enterprise‑grade policy, patch, and access‑control management at scale.
Engineering managers at Canonical blend technical and people skills, working closely with product managers to craft ambitious engineering roadmaps and drive delivery. The role requires deep expertise in Python and Golang, architectural leadership, and the ability to grow and coach a high‑performing team.
Key Responsibilities
Build and lead a team of engineers in the region.
Develop talent through coaching, mentoring, feedback, and hands‑on career development.
Demonstrate sound engineering principles and directly contribute toward your team's goals.
Set and manage expectations with other engineering teams, management, and external stakeholders.
Lead modern, agile software development practices.
Ensure a healthy, collaborative engineering culture in line with the company values.
Be an active part of the leadership team and collaborate with other leaders in the organisation.
Build automated, highly reliable image delivery, testing, and publication pipelines.
Engage with many other teams at Canonical, as well as the open‑source community and commercial partners.
Work from home with global travel 4–6 weeks per year for internal and external events.
Valued Skills and Experience
You love to mentor, develop and grow people, and have a track record of doing it.
You are knowledgeable and passionate about software development.
You are focused on success and the delivery of timely, high‑quality software.
You have experience and commitment to agile development methodologies.
You have a Bachelor's or equivalent in Computer Science, STEM or a similar degree.
Software development experience in Python or Golang.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Practical experience with Linux system administration.
What We Offer
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.
Priority Pass and travel upgrades for long‑haul company events.
Job Details
Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level
Employment type: Full‑time
Job function: Engineering and Information Technology
Industries: Software Development
About Canonical Canonical is a pioneering tech firm at the forefront of the global move to open source. As the publisher of Ubuntu, one of the most important open‑source projects, Canonical is changing the world of software. We hire on a global basis and set a very high standard for people joining the company.
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.
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Canonical by 2×.
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We are hiring an engineering manager to lead the reboot of our Landscape systems‑management solution for Ubuntu. Landscape currently serves thousands of deployments and offers enterprise‑grade policy, patch, and access‑control management at scale.
Engineering managers at Canonical blend technical and people skills, working closely with product managers to craft ambitious engineering roadmaps and drive delivery. The role requires deep expertise in Python and Golang, architectural leadership, and the ability to grow and coach a high‑performing team.
Key Responsibilities
Build and lead a team of engineers in the region.
Develop talent through coaching, mentoring, feedback, and hands‑on career development.
Demonstrate sound engineering principles and directly contribute toward your team's goals.
Set and manage expectations with other engineering teams, management, and external stakeholders.
Lead modern, agile software development practices.
Ensure a healthy, collaborative engineering culture in line with the company values.
Be an active part of the leadership team and collaborate with other leaders in the organisation.
Build automated, highly reliable image delivery, testing, and publication pipelines.
Engage with many other teams at Canonical, as well as the open‑source community and commercial partners.
Work from home with global travel 4–6 weeks per year for internal and external events.
Valued Skills and Experience
You love to mentor, develop and grow people, and have a track record of doing it.
You are knowledgeable and passionate about software development.
You are focused on success and the delivery of timely, high‑quality software.
You have experience and commitment to agile development methodologies.
You have a Bachelor's or equivalent in Computer Science, STEM or a similar degree.
Software development experience in Python or Golang.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Practical experience with Linux system administration.
What We Offer
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.
Priority Pass and travel upgrades for long‑haul company events.
Job Details
Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level
Employment type: Full‑time
Job function: Engineering and Information Technology
Industries: Software Development
About Canonical Canonical is a pioneering tech firm at the forefront of the global move to open source. As the publisher of Ubuntu, one of the most important open‑source projects, Canonical is changing the world of software. We hire on a global basis and set a very high standard for people joining the company.
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.
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Canonical by 2×.
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