Ubuntu Enablement - Software Engineering Manager

Ubuntu Enablement - Software Engineering ManagerJoin to apply for the Ubuntu Enablement - Software Engineering Manager role at CanonicalCanonical’s Device Delivery Team works with tier-1 OEM and ODM customers to pre-load Ubuntu Desktop and Ubuntu Core, bringing Ubuntu directly to millions of users.Role overviewAs a Software Engineering Manager you will lead and manage the software engineering team to deliver OEM enablement projects.This fast-paced environment requires excellent time management, deep knowledge of the Linux system, low-level debugging, critical thinking, problem-solving skills, and management ability.ResponsibilitiesRecruit, motivate, mentor, and enable your team to succeed in delivering quality productsSet goals with the team; prioritize tasks, identify and measure team health indicatorsMaximise the results of team members and support their career growthCoordinate with project managers, HWE, QA and certification managementMonitor projects from kickoff to post-mortem and handle escalationsCommunicate, understand, and resolve the technical challenges with OEMs, ODMs, SiPs, IHVsPrioritize customer requests globallyCollaborate with product engineering teams (including Desktop, Foundations, Kernel, and Security)Provide leadership for methodologies, strategies, standards, tools, and best practicesTravel to the EU, USA, China, and Taiwan as needed (after COVID-19 restrictions lift)Required Skills And ExperienceA Bachelor (or higher) degree in STEM, preferably computer science or software engineeringProven track record in technical roles with Linux, preferably Ubuntu or DebianCommitment to development and testing methodologies, and maintainable code qualityExperience with management responsibilitiesAbility to work collaboratively in a team environmentAbility to be productive in a globally distributed team through self-discipline and self-motivationCommitment and energy to deliver on scheduleStrong English and Chinese language communication skills, both written and verbalDesirable Skills And ExperienceMaking technical decisions for a team as a tech leadSoftware architecture and design experienceSoftware development or operations experience with: Ubuntu - kernel and userspace, deb/snap packaging, QEMU/KVM, LXC/LXD, Containers, Python, Go, C, bash, PostgreSQL, Mongo, Kubernetes, OpenStack, Ceph, AI/MLParticipation in open-source development projectsExperience with CI/CDEqual OpportunityCanonical is an equal opportunity employer.Canonical believes a diverse workforce enhances our ability to deliver world class software and services which meet the world's computing needs.We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.Location and role detailsLocation: Madrid, Community of Madrid, SpainSeniority level: Mid-Senior levelEmployment type: Full-timeJob function: Engineering and Information TechnologyIndustries: Software DevelopmentReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at Canonical.Madrid, Community of Madrid, Spain#J-*****-Ljbffr

This fast-paced environment requires excellent time management, deep knowledge of the Linux system, low-level debugging, critical thinking, problem-solving skills, and management ability.ResponsibilitiesRecruit, motivate, mentor, and enable your team to succeed in delivering quality productsSet goals with the team; prioritize tasks, identify and measure team health indicatorsMaximise the results of team members and support their career growthCoordinate with project managers, HWE, QA and certification managementMonitor projects from kickoff to post-mortem and handle escalationsCommunicate, understand, and resolve the technical challenges with OEMs, ODMs, SiPs, IHVsPrioritize customer requests globallyCollaborate with product engineering teams (including Desktop, Foundations, Kernel, and Security)Provide leadership for methodologies, strategies, standards, tools, and best practicesTravel to the EU, USA, China, and Taiwan as needed (after COVID-19 restrictions lift)Required Skills And ExperienceA Bachelor (or higher) degree in STEM, preferably computer science or software engineeringProven track record in technical roles with Linux, preferably Ubuntu or DebianCommitment to development and testing methodologies, and maintainable code qualityExperience with management responsibilitiesAbility to work collaboratively in a team environmentAbility to be productive in a globally distributed team through self-discipline and self-motivationCommitment and energy to deliver on scheduleStrong English and Chinese language communication skills, both written and verbalDesirable Skills And ExperienceMaking technical decisions for a team as a tech leadSoftware architecture and design experienceSoftware development or operations experience with: Ubuntu - kernel and userspace, deb/snap packaging, QEMU/KVM, LXC/LXD, Containers, Python, Go, C, bash, PostgreSQL, Mongo, Kubernetes, OpenStack, Ceph, AI/MLParticipation in open-source development projectsExperience with CI/CDEqual

Canonical believes a diverse workforce enhances our ability to deliver world class software and services which meet the world's computing needs. We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals.