Transition from individual contribution or technical leadership into full-time people and project management.
Lead and mentor a globally distributed team of talented Linux kernel engineers.
Manage the delivery, testing, and maintenance of Ubuntu kernels across various platforms (cloud, server, desktop, and IoT).
Drive engineering excellence, ensuring code quality, security, and performance standards are met consistently.
Develop and execute team strategies, aligning with broader company goals and product roadmaps.
Collaborate with silicon vendors, cloud partners, and internal Canonical teams to enable new hardware and features.
Own the release cycles and update cadence for your team's kernel portfolios.
Foster a culture of continuous learning, feedback, open-source collaboration, and accountability within the team.
What we are looking for in you
Proven experience as a Senior Software Engineer, Tech Lead, or similar role with a strong desire to transition into a formal management position (no prior direct management experience required).
Solid technical background in systems software, C programming, or operating systems concepts. Direct experience with the Linux or other operating system kernels would be highly regarded, but is not essential.
Prior experience developing with software packaging formats, with direct Ubuntu/Debian/Snap experience being highly regarded.
Demonstrated ability to mentor junior engineers, guide complex technical projects, or drive architectural decisions.
Leadership potential and a commitment to skills development and mentorship.
Confidence to respectfully speak up, exchange feedback, and share ideas without hesitation.
Professional written and spoken English with excellent presentation skills.
Ability to travel internationally twice a year for company events up to two weeks long.
Nice-to-have skills
Experience acting as a scrum master, project lead, or informal mentor for remote teams.
Direct experience contributing to or participating in the Linux kernel community.
Familiarity with continuous integration (CI) and automated testing frameworks for systems software.