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CanonicalTechnical Product Manager
Canonical seeks a Technical Product Manager to oversee software product lifecycles across diverse technology domains including Ubuntu platform services, AI and machine learning, IoT, cloud, telecommunications,…
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Canonical seeks a Technical Product Manager to oversee software product lifecycles across diverse technology domains including Ubuntu platform services, AI and machine learning, IoT, cloud, telecommunications, finance, automotive, and application management. Canonical publishes Ubuntu and operates as a leading provider of open source software and operating systems for global enterprises. This is a general application track where candidates are matched with specific software products during the interview process. The role…
Job Description
Canonical seeks a Technical Product Manager to oversee software product lifecycles across diverse technology domains including Ubuntu platform services, AI and machine learning, IoT, cloud, telecommunications, finance, automotive, and application management. Canonical publishes Ubuntu and operates as a leading provider of open source software and operating systems for global enterprises.
This is a general application track where candidates are matched with specific software products during the interview process. The role is home-based for individuals located within the EMEA time zone. Responsibilities span setting product vision, prioritizing objectives, managing project execution, and collaborating with cross-functional engineering, design, marketing, and sales teams. Product managers guide strategy from conception through delivery while ensuring solutions align with user needs and business targets.
The ideal candidate possesses strong academic credentials, a technical background in software engineering, and a solid understanding of Linux and open source communities. Applicants must demonstrate leadership, problem-solving skills, and effective communication abilities in English. For senior levels, prior software industry product management experience is necessary. The position requires international travel up to four times annually for company events lasting up to two weeks. Canonical operates as an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity and global distributed collaboration.
Responsibilities
- Manage the end-to-end product development lifecycle and review strategic goals for the assigned product line
- Partner with cross-functional divisions including engineering, design, marketing, and sales
- Resolve project challenges, align priorities, and maintain execution momentum
- Perform market analysis, track industry developments, and collect user feedback to discover new opportunities
- Deliver clear updates regarding product vision, status, and major decisions to stakeholders
- Run usability testing and iterate on products to enhance user experience
- Work with marketing, sales, and support to build go-to-market strategies and draft documentation
- Assist sales staff in securing new opportunities through customer meetings and feedback reviews
- Maintain strategic consistency across multiple teams working on a product line
- Encourage teamwork and resolve disputes across different internal departments
Requirements
- Exceptional academic results at high school and university levels
- Familiarity with Linux and the broader open source ecosystem
- Understanding of computer architecture, software development, data centers, cloud infrastructure, or devices
- Strong enthusiasm for writing about technology and industry trends
- Strong work ethic and personal alignment with the open source movement
- Curiosity and a commitment to continuous learning
- Strong sense of ownership and innovative problem-solving capabilities
- Outstanding verbal and written communication skills in English
- Willingness to travel internationally up to four times per year for company events lasting up to two weeks
Qualifications
- Prior software industry product management experience for senior levels
- Ability to manage multiple projects or product lines while focusing on key priorities
- Demonstrated leadership in aligning diverse teams and driving consensus around product strategies
- Familiarity with specific verticals such as Telco, Finance, Industrial, or Automotive
- Familiarity with the tech ecosystem including Silicon, IHV, ISV, ODM/OEMs, cloud providers, and channels
- Familiarity with cloud-native technologies such as Kubernetes, Docker containers, and Snaps
- Familiarity with embedded and connected device technology
- Familiarity with networking technologies including ethernet, IPv4, IPv6, routing, firewalls, overlays, and VPNs
- Familiarity with telco networking domains including RAN, Core, and CPE
- Experience leading distributed teams across various time zones
Core Skills
Benefits
- Distributed work environment featuring twice-yearly in-person team sprints
- Annual personal learning and development budget of USD 2,000
- Annual compensation reviews
- Performance-driven annual bonus or commission
- Recognition rewards
- Annual holiday leave
- Maternity and paternity leave
- Employee Assistance Program
- Travel upgrades and Priority Pass for long-haul company events
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How often does travel happen?
The role requires international travel up to four times a year for company events that can last up to two weeks.
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