Embedded Systems Specialist - Ubuntu Project Leadership
Canonical, a leading provider of open source software and operating systems, is on the hunt for a seasoned Project Manager to join their team. This role, based remotely in the Americas and/or EMEA regions, involves managing projects that deliver Ubuntu images on a diverse range of devices, from robots and edge gateways to IoT devices, PCs, and automotive systems.
Canonical's platform, Ubuntu, is a key player in breakthrough enterprise initiatives such as public cloud, data science, AI, engineering innovation, and IoT. The company's customer base includes the world's leading public cloud and silicon providers, as well as industry leaders in various sectors.
The successful candidate will be expected to build and maintain working relationships with team members, customers, other partners/vendors, and other Canonical departments/teams. They will also be responsible for coordinating and completing large, complex customer-facing projects, overseeing all aspects of project delivery, and acting as the primary delivery liaison between Canonical's engineering teams and customers.
To qualify for this role, applicants should have solid project management experience, extensive experience managing projects with cross-cultural and multi-continent internal and external project resources. They should also have good knowledge of Linux and the wider Open Source Software community, excellent communications skills, and be a strong leader and problem solver. PMP/PMI or PRINCE2 Practitioner Certification is highly desirable.
In addition to the technical requirements, the role requires the ability to work non-standard work hours and willingness to travel up to 4 times a year. Canonical offers a competitive package, including a distributed work environment, personal learning and development budget, annual compensation review, recognition rewards, annual holiday leave, maternity and paternity leave, a Team Member Assistance Program & Wellness Platform, opportunity to travel to new locations to meet colleagues, Priority Pass and travel upgrades for long-haul company events, and equal employment opportunities.
For those interested, the application for the Project Manager - Ubuntu Embedded Systems position at Canonical can be found by clicking the provided link. It's an exciting opportunity to join a pioneer of global distributed collaboration and make a significant impact in the world of open source software and technology.
In other news, Canonical has a variety of guides available to help those looking to advance their careers. These include "The Ultimate Guide to AI Agents: Intelligent Systems", "The Manager of One: How Self-Management Drives Success", "How to Become a Digital Marketing Manager", and "The Ultimate Guide on How to Build Business Systems". These resources are accessible and can be a valuable asset for those looking to learn more about these topics.
However, it's worth noting that there is currently no publicly available information identifying the current head of the "Ubuntu Embedded Systems" project at Canonical for the Americas or EMEA regions. Despite this, Canonical continues to thrive and lead the way in open source software and technology.
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