[Remote] Software Engineering Manager - Container and Virtualisation Infrastructure

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Canonical is a leading provider of open source software and operating systems, known for its Ubuntu platform. They are seeking an Engineering Manager to lead remote teams, develop talent, and advocate for modern software practices while ensuring high-quality software delivery.ResponsibilitiesLead a team of remote engineersDevelop talent through coaching, mentoring, feedback and hands-on career developmentSet and manage expectations with other engineering teams, senior management, and external stakeholdersAdvocate and advance modern software development practicesParticipate in the engineering process through code and architectural reviewEngage with teams at Canonical, the open source community and partnersWork from home with global travel for 4 to 6 weeks per year for internal and external eventsSkillsExperience in high-quality microservice architectures and high-performance team leadershipDeep familiarity with Linux kernel, virtualisation, storage and networkingSolid technical backgroundExperience leading successful, collaborative engineering teamsAbility to solve challenging distributed systems problemsDeep knowledge of LinuxUnderstanding of modern Linux cloud computing technologies, including networking, storage, containers and K8sStrong track record of developing and growing peopleFocus on success and the delivery of timely, high quality softwareBachelor's or equivalent in Computer Science, STEM or similar degreeStrong written and verbal technical communication skillsExperience programming in C and/or GoBenefitsDistributed work environment with twice-yearly team sprints in personPersonal learning and development budget of USD 2,000 per yearAnnual compensation reviewRecognition rewardsAnnual holiday leaveMaternity and paternity leaveEmployee Assistance ProgrammeOpportunity to travel to new locations to meet colleaguesPriority Pass, and travel upgrades for long haul company eventsCompany OverviewWe deliver open source to the world faster, more securely and more cost effectively than any other company. It was founded in 2004, and is headquartered in London, England, GB, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is http://www.canonical.com/.Company H1B SponsorshipCanonical has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 4 in 2025, 1 in 2024, 1 in 2023, 3 in 2022, 1 in 2021, 1 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.