Software Platform Engineering Manager

Software Platform Engineering Manager – Ubuntu for Next-Gen Silicon Join Canonical as a Software Platform Engineering Manager – Ubuntu for Next-Gen Silicon. Canonical is a leading provider of open source software and operating systems to enterprise markets. Our platform, Ubuntu, is widely used in cloud, data science, AI, engineering innovation, and IoT. We partner with leading silicon vendors to optimise Ubuntu on their latest platforms. This globally remote role requires engineering managers who are passionate about operational systems, open source technologies and cutting‑edge hardware. You will lead engineering teams to design, optimise and maintain Ubuntu across x86, ARM, RISC-V, s390x and POWER systems. What your day will look like Lead and develop a team of engineers, ranging from graduate to senior Oversee commercial engagements and support timely delivery on agreed project milestones Participate as technical lead on complex customer engagements involving complete system architectures Implement disciplined engineering processes Integrate and maintain platform‑oriented software stacks Optimize Ubuntu for latest hardware platforms Display technical leadership internally and within external communities Contribute to code reviews and technical documentation Be an active part of the leadership team, collaborating with other leaders What we are looking for in you Exceptional academic track record from high school and university Undergraduate degree in Computer Science or STEM, or a compelling alternative narrative Fluency in C, C++, and Python Experience with Linux and operational systems software (kernel or user space) Experience with Debian/Ubuntu packaging Experience leading software engineering teams Professional written and spoken English Confidence to speak up respectfully and give feedback Self‑motivation and result‑oriented mindset Ability to travel internationally twice a year for company events up to two weeks long Nice‑to‑have skills Experience working with open source communities and licenses Computer architecture knowledge of x86, ARM, RISC-V or s390x Understanding of build systems and toolchains, including cross‑compilation Experience with customers Experience with board bring‑up and validation Experience with Linux virtualization, networking or graphics stacks Experience with Docker/OCI containers, Kubernetes Experience with confidential computing, RDMA, Infiniband and HPC Performance engineering, benchmarking and profiling 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 at the forefront of the global move to open source. We publish Ubuntu, a critical open‑source project powering AI, IoT, and cloud solutions. We recruit globally and set a very high standard for people joining the company. Canonical has been remote‑first since 2004. Canonical is an equal opportunity employer We are proud to foster a workplace free from discrimination. Diversity of experience, perspectives and background create a better work environment and better products. Whatever your identity, we will give your application fair consideration. Seniority level Mid‑Senior level Employment type Full‑time Job function Engineering and Information Technology Industries Software Development #J-18808-Ljbffr