Linux Software Engineering Manager - Ubuntu at Canonical Nigeria

Canonical is a pioneering tech firm that is 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 on a daily basis. 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.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Linux Software Engineering Manager - Ubuntu

Location: Lagos

Description

• Lead the engineering team that delivers the essential components of Ubuntu - our system startup, compilers, language runtimes and toolchains, as well as networking and storage config and management.
• This is a fast-paced, problem-solving, highly technical role operating at the core of Linux server systems. 
• As an Engineering Manager on the Foundations team, you will be at the heart of driving Ubuntu. Working at the  unique intersection of the open source ecosystem, and enterprise technologists. 
• In this pivotal position, you’ll lead and inspire your team of engineers, to take Ubuntu to new heights.
• We are looking for someone with a deep understanding of Linux and Ubuntu with a passion for exceptional leadership.
• You will be expected to lead, challenge, and develop strong engineers, positively influence the culture, facilitate technical delivery and drive your team on strategy and execution. 

What You'll Do

• Lead and grow a team of distributed engineers
• Demonstrate sound engineering principles through active and hands on leadership
• Be responsible for planning, estimation and execution
• Work with product management to define the vision and strategy for Ubuntu
• Collaborate with cross-functional leadership teams
• Drive the advancement and adoption of the latest software development practices
• Design, embrace and evangelize great engineering and organizational practices
• Grow a healthy, collaborative engineering culture in line with company values
• Engage with other teams at Canonical to ensure alignment on product architecture and roadmaps
• Work from home while meeting in person for company sprints. Sprints are typically twice a year for 1-2 weeks.  

Requirements

• You have worked extensively with Linux distributions, and are experienced with packaging technologies (e.g. deb, rpm, other) 
• You have demonstrated experience managing or leading a team of software engineers
• High quality software engineering knowledge in one or more of: Linux system architecture, boot process, Java/GCC/Python/Rust/Go toolchains, ARM and/or RISC-V
• Engagement with open source communities and processes

What We Offer You

• We consider geographical location, experience, and performance in shaping compensation worldwide. We revisit compensation annually (and more often for graduates and associates) to ensure we recognise outstanding performance.
• In addition to base pay, we offer a performance-driven annual bonus. We provide all team members with additional benefits, which reflect our values and ideals. We balance our programs to meet local needs and ensure fairness globally.
• Distributed work environment with twice-yearly team sprints in person - we’ve been working remotely since 2004!
• 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 from your team and others
• Priority Pass for travel and travel upgrades for long haul company events.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.