Software Engineering operations manager - Ubuntu Linux system kernel at Canonical in Lagos (Remote)

Position Overview

We are recruiting Software Engineering Managers to head technical teams in the various components of the dispatch and continuous help and servicing & maintenance of all Linux kernels offered by the Ubuntu Linux allocation.   As the Linux system kernel itself is now quite broad, so are the technical domains and hurdles participated, ranging from combining assist for bleeding-edge hardware into the latest Ubuntu kernels, to expanding the range of implementation environments accessible to Ubuntu, to the complications inherent in submitting application the latest fixes and status reports to all of the >100 Ubuntu Linux kernels under engaged assistance during our Stable Release Modify cycles.  This position would match either an skilled manager of high executing software development teams, or a very skilled technical head who is excited to take on a management duty.  You will need to be committed to Linux and strive to be an integral part in its allocation to large-scale user base global. As an Engineering operations manager at Canonical, your main responsibility is to your team: assisting them grow as engineers, do significant and satisfying work, and possess a great time while doing it.  Engineering guidance expertise and a profile in software engineering are necessary prerequisites for this position. You will be anticipated to head, difficulty, and formulate robust engineers, positively shape the culture, coordinate technical dispatch, and collaborate with your team on plan and implementation.

What we are seeking in you

• Significant programming expertise in C, with Python, Golang, or other like languages is also highly regarded
• Substantial expertise with operating system kernel internals and notions, Linux would be highly regarded but not crucial
• Proven expertise coordinating or top a team of software engineers
• Capability to organize between various distinct teams of differing technical concentration to attain common targets
• Understanding with version regulate procedures, preferably with git
• Prior expertise conceptualizing with software wrapping data layouts, with direct Ubuntu/Debian/Snap expertise being highly regarded
• Specialist documented and spoken English with outstanding public speaking
• Capability to commute internationally twice a year for organisation events up to two weeks long

Nice-to-possess abilities:

• Proven expertise with kernel patching and diagnosing
• Firm knowledge of device drivers, BSP’s, and other low level system engineering
• Strong experience in pushing CI/CD and process automatic control programs
• Prior public participation with an launch acquire project.

Our offerings teammates

• We evaluate geographical site, expertise, and effectiveness in shaping remuneration global.
• We revisit remuneration yearly (and more often for graduates and colleagues) to guarantee we identify outstanding effectiveness.
• Alongside base pay, we provide a effectiveness-driven yearly incentive or fee.
• We deliver all team members with additional perks which reflect our values and principles.
• We balance our programs to meet local needs and ensure fairness internationally.
• Distributed work environment with twice-annually team sprints in person
• Personal professional growth financial plan of USD 2,000 per year
• Yearly remuneration evaluate
• Acknowledgment benefits
• Yearly holiday depart
• Maternity and fatherhood leave
• Collaborator Support Programme & Wellness Operational base
• Avenue to commute to new sites to meet teammates
• Priority Pass and commute upgrades for long-haul organisation events.