Cloud-Init Engineering Leadership Role

2 weeks ago


London, Greater London, United Kingdom Canonical Full time

Canonical is the growing international software company behind Ubuntu, the world's most popular Linux operating system. We're seeking an experienced Engineering Manager to lead our Cloud-Init team.

This role offers a unique opportunity to manage a globally distributed team of engineers and contribute to the development of cloud-init, the standard for customizing cloud instances.

About the Role

  • Lead a globally distributed team of engineers in developing and delivering cloud-init features.
  • Develop talent through coaching, mentoring, feedback, and hands-on career development.
  • Work with Product Management to define the vision and strategy for Ubuntu and your team.
  • Effectively set and manage expectations with other engineering teams, senior management, and external stakeholders.
  • Advocate and advance modern, agile software development practices.
  • Grow a healthy, collaborative engineering culture in line with the company values.
  • Participate in strong engineering process through code and architectural review.
  • Engage with teams at Canonical, the open source community, and commercial partners.
  • Oversee the quality of the Ubuntu Server image family.
  • Plan and deliver Ubuntu Server features.

About You

  • You have 3+ years of experience in leading, managing, coaching, and mentoring software developers.
  • You are knowledgeable and passionate about software development, particularly in cloud computing and open-source technologies.
  • You have experience working in an agile development environment and are focused on success and the delivery of timely, high-quality software.
  • You have a Bachelor's or equivalent in Computer Science, STEM, or similar degree.
  • You have strong written and verbal technical communication skills in English.
  • You have experience with a modern GNU/Linux distribution, Debian, or Ubuntu, preferred.
  • You have practical experience with at least one of Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud, or Amazon Web Services.

What We Offer

  • Learning and Development, with an annual budget for professional development.
  • Annual Compensation Review.
  • Recognition Rewards.
  • Annual Leave.
  • Priority Pass for travel.
  • Flexible working options and schedules.
  • Work remotely with a talented globally distributed team.
  • 18 weeks full pay primary caregiver parental leave, 4 weeks secondary, from day 1.

We estimate this role's salary to be around $125,000 - $170,000 per year, depending on location and experience.



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