Product Manager

Product Manager – Canonical Join us as a Product Manager at Canonical, a leading provider of open source software and operating systems to the global enterprise and technology markets. Our platform, Ubuntu, powers breakthrough enterprise initiatives such as public cloud, data science, AI, engineering innovation and IoT. With 1200+ colleagues in 75+ countries, we champion global distributed collaboration and prioritize flexible work arrangements. Location: Home based in the EMEA time zone. Expected to be located in this region. Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level. Employment type: Full‑time. Job function: Product Management and Marketing. Industries: Software Development. Product Domains Ubuntu Platform – Desktop, Server, Windows (WSL), Multipass, Gaming, Enterprise, and Hardware Enablement Ubuntu Pro Services – Commercial offerings such as Ubuntu Pro, Compliance, Standards, Security Engineering, and Managed Services on cloud and on‑prem AI/ML & MLOps – Open‑source AI/ML solutions, AIOps automation, model lifecycle management, Kubeflow, MLFlow, KServe, and AI infrastructure on cloud and edge IoT – Ubuntu on embedded devices and/or edge servers, device management, and robotics Cloud – Ubuntu in public and private clouds, automation frameworks, Kubernetes, MAAS, and LXD Telco – Open source for telcos, including Core Network, RAN/vRAN, SoNIC, DENT, and SmartNICs Finance – Open‑source solutions for financial institutions, trading platforms, blockchain, regulatory compliance, and AI‑driven analytics Automotive – Autonomous driving, in‑vehicle infotainment, connected vehicles, and compliance with ISO 26262 and ISO 21434 Application Management – Observability, IAM, App Stores, Grafana, GitOps, and Juju Charms Role Responsibilities Lead the product development lifecycle and set a clear vision for your product. Collaborate with cross‑functional teams such as engineering, design, marketing and sales. Align priorities, enable informed decisions, and keep business execution on track. Conduct market research, analyse industry trends and gather customer feedback to identify opportunities. Communicate product vision, status updates and key decisions to ensure alignment and manage expectations. Run usability testing, analyse user feedback and iterate to improve the user experience. Develop go‑to‑market strategies, create product documentation and provide training in partnership with marketing, sales and support. Contribute to the sales team’s success by reviewing customer feedback and participating in customer meetings. Oversee the work of a product line, ensuring consistency in strategy and execution across teams. Facilitate collaboration and resolve conflicts within and across departments. Qualifications Exceptional academic record at high school and university. Strong grasp of Linux and the wider open‑source community. Knowledge of computer architecture, application development, datacenters, cloud or devices. Passion for writing about technologies and the tech landscape. Strong work ethic and personal alignment with the open‑source movement. Curiosity and a habit of continuous learning. Strong sense of ownership. Problem‑solving skills and ability to innovate. Outstanding communication skills in English, both verbal and written. For senior positions, product‑management experience in the software industry. 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. Willingness to travel internationally up to 4 times a year for company events that may last up to two weeks. Additional Skills That We Value Familiarity with specific verticals (e.g., telco, finance, industrial, automotive). Understanding of the technology ecosystem – silicon, IHV, ISV, OEM/ODM, cloud service providers and channel partners. Experience with cloud‑native technologies such as Kubernetes, Docker containers and Snaps. Knowledge of embedded and connected device technology and ecosystems. Networking technologies – Ethernet, IPv4/IPv6, routing, firewalling, overlays such as OVN/OVS, VPNs, SR‑IOV, InfiniBand. Telco networking – RAN, core, CPE. Experience leading distributed teams across time zones. Track record of fostering collaboration and innovation in team settings. Benefits Distributed work environment with twice‑yearly in‑person team sprints. 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 Program. Opportunities to travel to meet colleagues. Priority Pass and travel upgrades for long‑haul company events. About Canonical Canonical pioneers the global shift to open source. As the publisher of Ubuntu – one of the most influential open‑source projects and the platform for AI, IoT and cloud – we are reshaping the software landscape. We recruit globally and set a high standard for talent. Most colleagues work from home, empowering a future‑focused culture that encourages learning, innovation and excellence. Equal Opportunity Employer Canonical is an equal‑opportunity employer. We foster a workplace free from discrimination and celebrate diversity of experience, perspective and background. Whatever your identity, we give your application fair consideration. #J-18808-Ljbffr