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Last seen September 22, 2026
Posted October 23, 2023 · 1,065 days ago
Est. expiry November 27, 2023

Software Engineering Manager - Ubuntu Linux Kernel

Software Engineering Manager
Global
RemoteOpen Application, Manager
Estimated €7,153 - €14,710
Software engineering
English
No degree required
Job description

Canonical offers a distributed workplace for colleagues who are self-motivated and organized. The role involves leading teams working on the Linux kernels for Ubuntu, ensuring quality, security, and automation, and collaborating with partners. The position is remote, worldwide, with occasional travel.

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Skills & Technologies
C ProgrammingLinux Kernel InternalsPythonGolangVersion Control (git)
Education Level
No degree required
How this salary compares
Estimated €7,153 - €14,710Est. take-home €4,484 - €8,183

Estimated from 2 comparable listings

27% below Manager level roles
€7,153€14,960 median€20,400
Responsibilities
  • Lead distributed teams working on Linux kernels for Ubuntu
  • Ensure quality, security, and automation in kernel development
  • Collaborate with partners and the open source community
  • Manage team growth and technical strategy
Requirements
  • Experience in software engineering and team leadership
  • Experience with Linux kernel internals is highly regarded
  • Strong programming skills in C, Python, Golang or similar
  • Ability to manage distributed teams
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Remote - Global157
Remote - EMEA78
Remote - Europe31
Remote - Americas17
Remote - Worldwide13
London, United Kingdom3
Remote - APAC2
Remote - Middle East1
Remote - AMER1
London, UK1
Remote - Africa1
Current role mix at Canonical on JobCrawls
Role typeActive listings
Software Engineer35
Engineering Manager14
Manager8
Product Manager8
Sales Development Representative6
Product Marketing Manager4
Linux Kernel Engineer4
Site Reliability Engineer3
Marketing Manager3
UX Designer3
Graduate Software Engineer3
Partner Sales Manager3
Software Engineering Manager3
System Software Engineer2
Design Manager2
Engineering Director2
Partner Sales Director2
Accountant2
Talent Scientist2
Security Operations Engineer2
Sales Representative2
Sales Director2
Channel Partner Sales Executive2
Customer Success Manager2
HR Generalist2
Data Infrastructure Engineer2
Enterprise Customer Success Manager2
Golang Software Engineer2
Treasury Analyst2
Content Marketing Manager2
Embedded Linux Engineer2
Security Engineer1
Support Engineering Manager1
Revenue Accountant1
Business Development Representative1
Communications Specialist1
Embedded Linux Consultant1
Developer Relations Engineer1
MLOps Engineer1
Organisational Development Practitioner1
Project Manager1
Senior Communications Specialist1
People Analytics Manager1
Support Engineer1
Security Operations1
Information Systems Architect1
Linux Systems Engineer1
Junior Data Engineer1
Golang Engineer1
Ubuntu Core Software Engineer1
Revenue Accounting Manager1
Sales Operations Analyst1
Networking Software Engineer1
Web Developer1
Solutions Architect1
Alliances Field Engineer1
Telecom Account Executive1
Software Alliances Director1
Technical Writer1
Threat Intelligence Lead1
Sales1
Security Software Engineer1
Web Engineer1
Technical & Reporting Accountant1
Enterprise Sales / Alliances1
Junior Ads Specialist1
IBM Global Alliance Director1
Senior Search Lead1
Organisational Development Associate1
Financial Controller1
Golang Engineering Manager1
Embedded IoT / Edge Solutions Sales1
Office Administrator1
Design Researcher1
Systems & Controls Accountant1
OpenStack Engineering Manager1
Senior Communications Manager1
Linux Desktop Support1
Cloud Engineering Manager1
Python Engineer1
Graphics and Windowing System Software Engineer1
IoT Data Engineer1
ISV Technical Alliance Manager1
Server error1
Legal1
Recruitment Lead1
Linux Cryptography and Security Engineer1
Senior HR Generalist1
User Science1
Kernel Test Engineer1
Campaign Manager1
Cloud Infrastructure Engineer1
Microservices Engineer1
Kernel Build Automation Engineer1
Site Reliability / Gitops Engineer1
Site Reliability Engineering Manager1
Linux Platform Integration1
Cloud Solutions Architect1
Accounts Receivable Clerk1
Sustaining Operations Engineer1
Current role-level mix at Canonical on JobCrawls
Role levelActive listings
Mid-Level109
Senior62
Manager59
Junior22
Director15
Intern7
Executive4
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Canonical is a leading provider of open source software and operating systems, with a global distributed team and a focus on innovation.

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