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Canonical lists this Engineering Manager, MAAS opportunity in workfromhome, California. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Engineering Manager, MAAS – Canonical
Canonical is a leading provider of open source software and operating systems for global enterprises and technology markets. The company’s flagship product, Ubuntu, powers cloud, data science, AI, engineering, and IoT initiatives.
Role Overview
Engineering Manager, MAAS – Responsible for leading the MAAS (Metal as a Service) team, driving innovation in data center technology, and overseeing software delivery from hardware detection to web interface.
Location: This is a work‑from‑anywhere position available in EMEA or the Americas.
Responsibilities
Lead a distributed team of engineers across time zones (Americas, EMEA, etc.)
Talent development: coach, mentor, provide feedback, and support career planning
Set and manage expectations with other engineering teams, senior management, and external stakeholders
Advocate for and advance modern software development practices
Participate in engineering process through code and architectural review
Engage with broader Canonical teams, the open source community, and partners
Travel to internal and external global events for 4‑6 weeks per year
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Computer Science or related field
Strong academic track record from high school through university
Proven experience delivering software using Python, Golang, or similar languages
Experience with Linux system administration (Debian or Ubuntu preferred)
Familiarity with modern Linux cloud computing technologies, including networking, storage, containers, and Kubernetes
Technical aptitude for understanding complex distributed systems
Professional written and spoken English with excellent presentation skills
Experience with agile software development methodologies
Ability to mentor, develop, and support team members
Result‑oriented, with a personal drive to meet commitments
Ability to travel internationally twice a year for company events up to two weeks long
Nice‑to‑Have Skills
TypeScript and modern web frameworks (React, Angular, Svelte, Vue)
Data center infrastructure management and design experience
What We Offer
Distributed work environment with twice‑yearly in‑person team sprints
Personal learning and development budget of USD 2,000 per year
Annual compensation review and performance‑driven bonus or commission
Recognition rewards and annual holiday leave
Maternity and paternity leave, Employee Assistance Programme
Opportunity to travel to new locations to meet colleagues
Priority Pass and travel upgrades for long‑haul company events
Geographically balanced compensation worldwide
About Canonical
Canonical is a pioneering tech firm at the forefront of the global shift to open source. As the publisher of Ubuntu, Canonical powers AI, IoT, and cloud platforms and changes the world of software.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Canonical is an equal‑opportunity employer. We foster a workplace free from discrimination, and diversity of experience, perspectives, and background creates a better work environment and better products. Whatever your identity, we will give your application fair consideration.
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Worksite address
workfromhome, CA, 95199, US
Who can apply
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