Software Engineering Manager - Container and Virtualisation Infrastructure

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

• 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

• 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

• 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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