Project Manager - Ubuntu Embedded Systems

Canonical is a leading provider of open source software and the publisher of Ubuntu, the platform widely used in AI, IoT, and cloud initiatives. We are seeking a Project Manager for our Devices business to oversee the coordination and delivery of complex customer-facing projects involving Ubuntu images on diverse hardware, from robots and IoT devices to automotive systems.

Key responsibilities

• Manage projects through their complete life cycle, ensuring goals are met within time, resource, and scope expectations.
• Act as the primary delivery liaison between engineering teams and customers, managing technical issues to reach desired outcomes.
• Draft and maintain project schedules, statements of work, and risk mitigation plans.
• Maintain consistent communication with clients and internal stakeholders across different time zones.
• Advocate for appropriate technologies from the Canonical product portfolio to meet customer needs.

Requirements

• Solid project management experience in delivering engineering services and managing software development teams.
• Extensive experience managing cross-cultural and multi-continent projects with internal and external resources.
• Strong knowledge of Linux, the Open Source Software community, and computer architecture.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Ability to work non-standard hours to support a global team and willingness to travel for internal events.

What we offer

• A fully distributed work environment with opportunities for international team collaboration.
• Annual compensation reviews and performance-driven bonuses.
• A personal learning and development budget of USD 2,000 per year.
• Comprehensive leave policies, including maternity and paternity leave, and access to a wellness platform.