Software Platform Engineering Manager - Ubuntu for Next-Gen Silicon We are a leading provider of open source software and operating systems to the global enterprise and technology markets. Our platform, Ubuntu, is widely used in breakthrough enterprise initiatives such as public cloud, data science, AI, engineering innovation, and IoT. Key Responsibilities - Lead and develop a team of engineers, ranging from graduate to senior - Oversee commercial engagements and support timely delivery on agreed project milestones - Participate as technical lead on complex customer engagements involving complete system architectures - Implement disciplined engineering processes - Integrate and maintain platform-oriented software stacks - Optimize Ubuntu for latest hardware platforms - Display technical leadership internally and within our external communities - Contribute to code reviews and technical documentation Requirements - Exceptional academic track record from both high school and university - Undergraduate degree in Computer Science or STEM, or a compelling narrative about your alternative path - Fluency in C, C++, and Python - Experience with Linux and operational systems software (e.g. kernel or user space) - Experience with Debian/Ubuntu or other distro packaging - Experience leading software engineering teams - Professional written and spoken English - Confidence to respectfully speak up, exchange feedback, and share ideas without hesitation - Thoughtfulness, and self-motivation - Result-oriented, with a personal drive to meet commitments Benefits - Distributed work environment with twice-yearly team sprints in person - Personal learning and development budget of USD 2,000 per year - Annual compensation review - Recognition rewards - 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