Job Description

Software Engineering Manager – Container & Virtualisation Infrastructure

Join Canonical as a Software Engineering Manager focusing on container and virtualization infrastructure. Canonical is a leading provider of open source software and operating systems, with Ubuntu widely used in cloud, data science, AI, engineering and IoT. Our mission is to build next‑generation private cloud infrastructure using KVM, Ceph and SDN technologies, delivering a mission‑critical cloud for edge and core enterprise deployments.

Location

Remote – available in EMEA and the Americas.

What you will focus on

  • Lead a team of remote engineers
  • Develop talent through coaching, mentoring, feedback and hands‑on career development
  • Set and manage expectations with other engineering teams, senior management and external stakeholders
  • Advocate and advance modern software development practices
  • Participate in the engineering process through code and architectural review
  • Engage with teams at Canonical, the open source community and partners
  • Work from home with global travel 4 to 6 weeks per year for internal and external events

What we are looking for in you

  • Understanding of modern Linux cloud computing technologies, including networking, storage, containers and K8s
  • A passion for developing and growing people with a strong track record
  • A focus on delivering timely, high‑quality software
  • Bachelor’s or equivalent in Computer Science, STEM or similar degree
  • Strong written and verbal technical communication skills
  • Experience programming in C and/or Go

What we offer you

  • 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
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Opportunity to travel to new locations to meet colleagues
  • Priority Pass and travel upgrades for long‑haul company events

About Canonical

Canonical is a pioneering tech firm that publishes Ubuntu, the platform for AI, IoT and the cloud. We recruit worldwide and set a high standard for excellence. Most colleagues work from home since our inception in 2004. Working here challenges you to think differently, learn new skills and raise your game.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Canonical is an equal‑opportunity employer. We foster a workplace free from discrimination and value diversity of experience, perspective and background. Whatever your identity, you will receive fair consideration.

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