Engineering Manager - Solutions Engineering at Canonical

This role is designed for a technical leader with a strong background in **Python development** and a passion for managing distributed teams. You should have a deep understanding of infrastructure-as-code and cloud technologies like **OpenStack or Kubernetes**. The ideal candidate isn't just a manager; you are a hands-on engineer who can contribute code while mentoring a global team of developers to build automation tools for the Ubuntu ecosystem. The position offers exceptional geographic flexibility, being **fully remote** across the Americas or EMEA. Standout perks include a **$2,000 annual professional development budget**, performance-based bonuses, and global travel for in-person team sprints 2–4 times per year. As a leader in a "founder-led and profitable" company, you will have significant influence over the engineering culture and the direction of next-generation infrastructure products. **You might be a good fit if you...** * Have a track record of coaching Python engineers and managing remote, agile teams. * Are comfortable with Linux server administration, including complex networking and storage. * Enjoy "leading from the front" by contributing to the codebase alongside your team. * Thrive in a high-standard, distributed environment that prioritizes open-source innovation.