Overview
Join to apply for the Product Manager role at Canonical. Canonical is a leading provider of open source software and operating systems to the global enterprise and technology markets. Our platform, Ubuntu, is widely used in enterprise initiatives across public cloud, data science, AI, engineering innovation and IoT. Our customers include the world\'s leading public cloud and silicon providers, and industry leaders in many sectors. The company is a pioneer of global distributed collaboration, with 1200+ colleagues in 75+ countries and very few office-based roles. Teams meet two to four times yearly in person, in interesting locations around the world, to align on strategy and execution. Canonical is founder-led, profitable and growing.
Canonical\'s product management team are technologists who have a passion for delivering products and solutions that help shape market demands while elevating open source software everywhere. This is a general application track for the product management positions at Canonical. You will set a clear vision, prioritize work effectively, and ensure the team delivers high-quality products that meet business and user needs. During the interview process we will identify specific software products which would be a good fit for your interests.
Responsibilities
- Lead the product development lifecycle, reviewing the priorities and goals for your product
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams such as engineering, design, marketing, and sales
- Address common challenges across projects, align on priorities, enable informed decisions, and keep business execution on track
- Conduct market research, analyse industry trends, and gather customer feedback to identify opportunities
- Communicate your product vision, status updates, and key decisions to ensure alignment and manage expectations
- Conduct usability testing, analyse user feedback, and iterate on the product to improve the user experience
- Collaborate with marketing, sales, and support teams to develop go-to-market strategies, create product documentation, and provide training
- Contribute to the success of our sales team in winning new opportunities, reviewing customer feedback and participating in customer meetings
- Oversee the work of a product line, ensuring consistency in strategy and execution across different teams
- Facilitate collaboration and resolve conflicts within different teams and across other departments
What we are looking for in you
Exceptional academic results at high school and universityUnderstanding of Linux and the wider open source software communityUnderstanding of computer architecture, application development, datacenters, cloud or devicesPassion to write about technologies and the tech landscapeA strong work ethic, and personal interests aligned with the open source movementCuriosity, and the habit of continuous learningA strong sense of ownershipProblem solving and the ability to innovateOutstanding communications skills in English, both verbal and writtenFor more senior positions, product management experience in the software industryAbility to manage multiple projects or product lines while maintaining focus on key prioritiesDemonstrated leadership in aligning diverse teams and driving consensus around product strategiesWillingness to travel internationally up to 4 times a year for company events up to two weeks longAdditional Skills That We Value
Familiarity with particular verticals (e.g. Telco, Finance, Industrial, Automotive)Familiarity with the technology ecosystem including Silicon, IHV, ISV, ODM / OEMs, cloud service providers and channelFamiliarity with cloud native technologies such as Kubernetes, Docker containers & SnapsFamiliarity with embedded and connected device technology and ecosystemsFamiliarity with networking technologies - ethernet, IPv4 and IPv6, routing, firewalling, overlays such as OVN / OVS, VPNs, SR-IOV, infinibandFamiliarity with telco networking - RAN, Core, CPEExperience in leading distributed teams across different time zonesDemonstrated ability to foster collaboration and innovation in team settingsWhat we offer you
Distributed work environment with twice-yearly team sprints in personPersonal learning and development budget of USD 2,000 per yearAnnual compensation reviewRecognition rewardsAnnual holiday leaveMaternity and paternity leaveEmployee Assistance ProgramOpportunity to travel to new locations to meet colleaguesPriority Pass and travel upgrades for long-haul company eventsLocation : These roles are home based in the EMEA time zone. You will be expected to be located in this region.
About Canonical
Canonical is a pioneering tech firm at the forefront of the global move to open source. As the company that publishes Ubuntu, one of the most important open source projects and the platform for AI, IoT and the cloud, we are changing the world of software. We recruit on a global basis and set a very high standard for people joining the company. We expect excellence. Most colleagues at Canonical have worked from home since its inception in 2004. Working here is a step into the future and will challenge you to think differently, work smarter, learn new skills, and raise your game.
Canonical is an equal opportunity employer. We are proud to foster a workplace free from discrimination. Diversity of experience, perspectives, and background create a better work environment and better products. Whatever your identity, we will give your application fair consideration.
Seniority level : Mid-Senior level
Employment type : Full-time
Job function : Product Management and Marketing
Industries : Software Development
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