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Software Platform Engineering Manager - Ubuntu For Next-Gen Silicon
Software Platform Engineering Manager - Ubuntu For Next-Gen SiliconTALENTMATE • Sorsogon City, Sorsogon, Philippines
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Software Platform Engineering Manager - Ubuntu For Next-Gen Silicon

Software Platform Engineering Manager - Ubuntu For Next-Gen Silicon

TALENTMATE • Sorsogon City, Sorsogon, Philippines
7 days ago
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Software Platform Engineering Manager – Ubuntu For Next‑Gen Silicon

Location : Global remote – open in every time zone. (Also based in Philippines, Metro Manila for some posts.)

Canonical is a leading provider of open‑source software and operating systems. Our Ubuntu platform is widely used in public cloud, data science, AI, engineering innovation and IoT. We partner with leading silicon vendors to optimise Ubuntu on their latest platforms.

Job Description

We are hiring engineering managers passionate about operational systems, open‑source technologies and cutting‑edge hardware to lead engineering teams that enable and optimise Ubuntu for latest x86, ARM, RISC‑V, s390x and POWER systems. Engineering Managers should be outstanding developers, able to review patches and software designs. They will drive healthy engineering practices, documentation, quality and performance optimisations, and lead the team to deliver high‑quality design and code. They will provide line management, career guidance, represent the team and product from a technical perspective, and collaborate with other teams and customers.

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

  • 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 system software (kernel or user space).
  • Experience with Debian / Ubuntu or other distro packaging.
  • Experience leading software engineering teams.
  • Professional written and spoken English.
  • Confidence to speak up, exchange feedback and share ideas.
  • Thoughtful, self‑motivated and results‑oriented.
  • 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 working with customers.
  • Experience with board bring‑up and validation.
  • Experience with Linux virtualization, networking or graphics stacks.
  • Experience with Docker / OCI containers or Kubernetes.
  • Knowledge of confidential computing, RDMA, Infiniband and HPC.
  • Performance engineering, benchmarking and profiling.

    • What We Offer

  • Distributed work environment with twice‑yearly in‑person team sprints.
  • 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. As the publisher of Ubuntu, one of the most important open‑source projects, we are changing the world daily. We recruit globally and set a high standard for people joining us. Canonical has been a remote‑first company since 2004.

    Canonical is an Equal Opportunity Employer

    We are proud to foster a workplace free from discrimination. Diversity of experience and background create a better work environment and products. We give all applications fair consideration.

    Job Details

  • Role Level : Mid‑Level
  • Work Type : Full‑Time
  • Country : Philippines (Metro Manila)
  • Company Industry : Software Development

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