Software Engineering Manager, Ubuntu Gaming
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Software Engineering Manager, Ubuntu Gaming
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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 such as public cloud, data science, AI, engineering innovation, and Io T. Our customers include top public cloud and silicon providers, and industry leaders across sectors. With a global distributed team of over 1100 colleagues in 75+ countries, we foster collaboration through annual in-person meetups in interesting locations worldwide.
The company is founder-led, profitable, and growing.
As the Software Engineering Manager for Ubuntu Gaming, your mission is to enhance gaming on Ubuntu, making it first-class. This involves improving performance, security, device support, and content sharing, collaborating with open-source projects and partners to grow the Linux gaming ecosystem.
Location:
Remote in the Americas or EMEA region.
Key Responsibilities
Lead your team in optimizing and expanding the Ubuntu gaming experience, focusing on the Steam Snap.
Manage project timelines, balancing feature development with deadlines.
Collaborate with stakeholders to align team efforts with broader company goals.
Conduct code reviews emphasizing quality, performance, and modern design.
Work with upstream projects like Proton and partners such as Unity to improve Ubuntu gaming capabilities.
Coordinate with other teams to ensure a cohesive Ubuntu experience.
Drive performance improvements across various hardware.
Engage with the open-source and gaming communities for feedback and collaboration.
Candidate Profile
Degree in a technical field or equivalent experience.
Proven collaboration with upstream projects and partners.
Experience with the Linux graphics stack, from user-space to kernel drivers.
Strong software project management skills.
Technical leadership and team management abilities.
Excellent communication skills.
Ability to plan multi-cycle improvements.
Willingness to travel twice a year for up to two weeks.
Nice-to-Have Skills
Passion for technology and gaming.
Proactive problem-solving skills.
Curiosity, flexibility, accountability.
Soft skills including passion, enterprise, self-motivation.
What We Offer
Distributed work environment with biannual in-person sprints.
USD 2,000 annual learning and development budget.
Annual compensation review and recognition rewards.
Generous leave, parental leave, Employee Assistance Program.
Opportunities for travel and in-person meetings.
About Canonical
Canonical leads in open source innovation, publishing Ubuntu, a key platform for AI, Io T, and cloud. We hire globally, value excellence, and operate mostly remotely since 2004, encouraging innovative thinking and continuous learning.
Canonical is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all applicants.
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