This role is designed for high-caliber engineering leaders who possess both a "hands-on" technical background and extensive experience managing other managers.

This role is designed for high-caliber engineering leaders who possess both a "hands-on" technical background and extensive experience managing other managers. Canonical is looking for candidates with an exceptional academic record and a proven history of shipping high-quality Linux-based software. Since this is a general track, they are looking for "brilliance" across various domains—ranging from Kernel development to SaaS and Web Microservices. The standout feature of this position is its borderless, remote-first nature; you can work from anywhere in the world. While the base salary is not specified, they offer a performance-driven annual bonus, a $2,000 yearly professional development budget, and unique travel perks like Priority Pass for their bi-annual global sprints. It is a high-accountability environment that prioritizes disciplined engineering processes and open-source excellence. **You might be a good fit if you...** * Have an "outstanding" track record with Linux-based software and can lead by example in code. * Are comfortable managing managers and hiring staff-level engineers across multiple time zones. * Possess a strong academic background in a STEM field and excellent English communication skills. * Are willing to travel internationally for up to two weeks, twice a year, for team sprints.

Software Engineering Director at Canonical