Engineering Manager - Ubuntu Core

EMEA, LATAM, Canada, USARemoteFull-time2026-10-27 → 2026-11-10

Hybrid

Core

Lead a distributed team to design and implement Ubuntu Core system software on various CPU architectures (ARM, RISC-V, X86) to redefine the embedded Linux experience for IoT, automotive, and aviation sectors.

Role type

Senior Engineering Manager (Embedded Linux)

Builds

Ubuntu Core operating system and device recovery mechanisms

Domain

Embedded Linux, IoT, Cloud, Security

Required skills

Embedded software development, Golang, C++, Shell scripting, Linux/GNU/Linux distribution knowledge, Agile development, Team leadership, Hiring and mentoring, Stakeholder management, Roadmap planning

Preferred skills

Immutable Linux distribution experience, Multi-architecture experience (ARM, RISC-V), Linux containerization and security

Technologies

Ubuntu Core, Debian, Golang, C++, Shell, ARM, RISC-V, X86

Responsibilities

Build and lead a distributed team through hiring, coaching, and mentoring; Directly contribute to team goals via sound engineering principles; Set and manage expectations with stakeholders and senior management; Advocate for modern agile software development practices; Participate in the leadership team and collaborate with other leaders.

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities

About Canonical

Canonical is a pioneering tech firm at the forefront of the global move to open source. As the company that publishes Ubuntu, one of the most important open source projects and the platform for AI, IoT and the cloud, we are changing the world of software. We recruit on a global basis and set a very high standard for people joining the company. We expect excellence - in order to succeed, we need to be the best at what we do. Most colleagues at Canonical have worked from home since its inception in 2004. Working here is a step into the future, and will challenge you to think differently, work s