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The role entails Leading a distributed team of engineers in your time zone (we organise engineering teams by Americas, EMEA etc)Talent development through coaching, mentoring, feedback and career planningSetting and managing expectations with other engineering teams, senior management, and external stakeholdersAdvancing modern software development practicesParticipating in the engineering process through code and architectural reviewEngaging with broader teams at Canonical, the open source community and partnersTravelling to internal and external global events for 4 to 6 weeks per yearWhat we are looking for in you Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) and a background in Computer ScienceExceptional academic track record from both high school and universityExperience with Linux system administration (Debian or Ubuntu preferred)Familiarity with modern Linux cloud computing technologies, including networking, storage, containers and KubernetesTechnical aptitude for understanding complex distributed systemsProfessional written and spoken English with excellent presentation skillsExperience with agile software development methodologiesAbility to mentor, develop, and support team membersResult-oriented, with a personal drive to meet commitmentsAbility to travel internationally twice a year for company events up to two weeks longNice-to-have skills Typescript using modern web frameworks such as React, Angular, Svelte or VueData Center infrastructure management and designWhat we offer colleagues We consider geographical location, experience, and performance in shaping compensation worldwide. We revisit compensation annually to ensure we recognise outstanding performance. In addition to base pay, we offer a performance-driven annual bonus or commission. We provide all team members with additional benefits, reflecting our values. We balance our programs to meet local needs and ensure fairness globally.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 ProgrammeOpportunity to travel to new locations to meet colleaguesTravel upgrades for long haul company eventsAbout Canonical Canonical is a pioneering tech firm at the forefront of the global move to open source. As the company that publishes Ubuntu, we recruit on a global basis and set a high standard for people joining the company. Most colleagues 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, and learn new skills. We are an equal opportunity employer.Canonical is an equal opportunity employer#J-18808-Ljbffr