Software Engineering Manager

Software Engineering Manager – Ubuntu Linux Kernel Canonical Bogota, D.C., Capital District, Colombia Join to apply for the Software Engineering Manager – Ubuntu Linux Kernel role at Canonical . Canonical is a leading provider of open‑source software and operating systems to the global enterprise and technology markets. Our platform, Ubuntu, is widely used in breakthrough enterprise initiatives such as public cloud, data science, AI, engineering innovation, and IoT. Our customers include the world’s leading public cloud and silicon providers, and industry leaders in many sectors. The company is a pioneer of global distributed collaboration, with 1200+ colleagues in 75+ countries and very few office‑based roles. Teams meet two to four times yearly in person, in interesting locations around the world, to align on strategy and execution.We are founder‑led, profitable, and growing. About the Role We are hiring Software Engineering Managers to lead technical teams in the delivery and ongoing support of all Linux kernels provided by the Ubuntu Linux distribution. As the Linux kernel is now quite broad, the technical domains and challenges involve integrating support for bleeding‑edge hardware, expanding execution environments, and applying the latest fixes and updates to all >100 Ubuntu Linux kernels under active support during our Stable Release Update cycles. This role suits an experienced manager of high‑performing software development teams or a very proficient technical lead who is excited to take on a management responsibility. You should be passionate about Linux and aspire to be integral to its distribution to millions of users worldwide. Key Responsibilities Lead a distributed team of software engineers in your geographic region in distinct aspects of delivery of all Linux kernels for the Ubuntu Linux distribution. Own particular aspects of Ubuntu Linux, including but not limited to: Working with silicon or cloud partners to implement Linux kernels optimized for their execution environments. Ensuring Ubuntu Linux runs on a wide range of diverse hardware platforms. Defining and executing stringent quality control standards expected by the Ubuntu user community. Mitigating the latest security threats and exploits to the Linux kernel. Driving strong process automation as it pertains to the build, test, and delivery of the Linux kernel. Engage with other teams at Canonical, the open‑source community, and commercial partners. Requirements Significant programming experience in C; experience in Python, Golang, or similar languages is highly regarded. Substantial experience with operating system kernel internals and concepts; Linux experience highly regarded but not essential. Demonstrated experience managing or leading a team of software engineers. Ability to coordinate between multiple teams of differing technical focus to achieve common goals. Familiarity with version control practices, ideally Git. Prior experience developing with software packaging formats, with direct Ubuntu/Debian/Snap experience highly regarded. 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 with kernel patching and debugging. Strong grasp of device drivers, BSPs, and low‑level system engineering. Background in driving CI/CD and process automation initiatives. Prior public involvement with an open‑source project. Benefits and Compensation 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. Team Member Assistance Program & Wellness Platform. 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. As the publisher of 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. Most colleagues at Canonical have worked from home since our inception in 2004. Equal Opportunity Employer 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. Job Details Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level Employment type: Full‑time Job function: Engineering and Information Technology Industries: Software Development #J-18808-Ljbffr