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Software Engineering Manager - Container and Virtualisation Infrastructure

Remote / Online - Candidates ideally in
Vancouver, BC, Canada
Listing for: Canonical
Remote/Work from Home position
Listed on 2026-01-01
Job specializations:
  • Software Development
    Software Engineer, Cloud Engineer - Software
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Software Engineering Manager – Container and Virtualisation Infrastructure

Canonical, a leader in open‑source software and operating systems, is seeking a Software Engineering Manager to build a next‑generation private cloud infrastructure. This remote position is available for candidates in EMEA and the Americas.

The role focuses on high‑quality microservice architectures, Linux kernel, virtualisation, storage and networking. You will lead a remote team, mentor engineers, drive technical delivery, and collaborate with the open‑source community.

Location:

Remote – EMEA & Americas

What you will focus on

Lead a team of remote engineers

Develop talent through coaching, mentoring, feedback, and career development

Set and manage expectations with other engineering teams, senior management, and external stakeholders

Advocate and advance modern software development practices

Participate in engineering processes through code and architectural review

Engage with Canonical, the open‑source community, and partners

Work from home with global travel for 4‑6 weeks per year

What we are looking for in you

Deep knowledge of Linux cloud computing technologies (networking, storage, containers, Kubernetes)

Strong track record of developing and growing people

Focus on delivering timely, high‑quality software

Degree in Computer Science, STEM or equivalent

Excellent 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 and performance‑driven bonus

Recognition rewards and 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 at the forefront of the global move to open source, publishing Ubuntu – a platform for AI, IoT, and the cloud. Our culture values excellence, collaboration, and continuous learning.

Equal Opportunity

Canonical is an equal‑opportunity employer committed to a workplace free from discrimination. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds.

Job Details

Seniority level:
Mid‑Senior

Employment type:

Full‑time

Job function:
Engineering and Information Technology

Industry: Software Development

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