Product Manager

OverviewCanonical 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 breakthrough enterprise initiatives such as public cloud, data science, AI, engineering innovation and IoT. The company is founder-led, profitable and growing. Canonical’s product management team are technologists who have a passion for delivering products and solutions that help shape market demands while elevating open source software everywhere. This is a general application track for the product management positions at Canonical. You will set a clear vision, prioritize work effectively, and ensure the team delivers high-quality products that meet business and user needs. During the interview process we will identify specific software products which would be a good fit for your interests.We believe that open source is transforming the way that enterprises solve their business needs. Our goal is to make open source easier, more reliable and more secure for deployment and development, and to deliver on the ambition of providing the most software to most companies, starting with Ubuntu and expanding to cover every class of application on every class of compute.Locations and structureLocation: These roles are home based in the EMEA time zone. You will be expected to be located in this region. The company supports distributed work with occasional in-person team sprints.ResponsibilitiesLead the product development lifecycle, reviewing the priorities and goals for your productCollaborate with cross-functional teams such as engineering, design, marketing, and salesAddress cross-project challenges, align on priorities, enable informed decisions, and maintain business executionConduct market research, analyse industry trends, and gather customer feedback to identify opportunitiesCommunicate product vision, status updates, and key decisions to ensure alignment and manage expectationsConduct usability testing, analyse user feedback, and iterate on the product to improve user experienceCollaborate with marketing, sales, and support teams to develop go-to-market strategies, create product documentation, and provide trainingContribute to the success of the sales team in winning new opportunities, review customer feedback, and participate in customer meetingsOversee the work of a product line, ensuring consistency in strategy and execution across different teamsFacilitate collaboration and resolve conflicts within different teams and across other departmentsWhat we are looking for in youExceptional academic results at high school and universityUnderstanding of Linux and the wider open source software communityUnderstanding of computer architecture, application development, datacenters, cloud or devicesPassion to write about technologies and the tech landscapeA strong work ethic, and personal interests aligned with the open source movementCuriosity and a habit of continuous learningA strong sense of ownershipProblem solving and the ability to innovateOutstanding communications skills in English, both verbal and writtenFor more senior positions, product management experience in the software industryAbility to manage multiple projects or product lines while maintaining focus on key prioritiesDemonstrated leadership in aligning diverse teams and driving consensus around product strategiesWillingness to travel internationally up to 4 times a year for company events up to two weeks longAdditional Skills That We ValueFamiliarity with particular verticals (e.g. Telco, Finance, Industrial, Automotive)Familiarity with the technology ecosystem including Silicon, IHV, ISV, ODM/OEMs, cloud service providers and channelFamiliarity with cloud native technologies such as Kubernetes, Docker containers & SnapsFamiliarity with embedded and connected device technology and ecosystemsFamiliarity with networking technologies - ethernet, IPv4 and IPv6, routing, firewalling, overlays such as OVN/OVS, VPNs, SR-IOV, infinibandFamiliarity with telco networking - RAN, Core, CPEExperience in leading distributed teams across different time zonesDemonstrated ability to foster collaboration and innovation in team settingsWhat we offer youDistributed work environment with twice-yearly team sprints in personPersonal learning and development budget of USD 2,000 per yearAnnual compensation reviewRecognition rewardsAnnual holiday leaveMaternity and paternity leaveEmployee Assistance ProgramOpportunity to travel to new locations to meet colleaguesPriority Pass and travel upgrades for long-haul company eventsAbout CanonicalCanonical is a pioneering tech firm at the forefront of the global move to open source. As the company that publishes Ubuntu, we are changing the world of software. We recruit on a global basis and set a high standard for people joining the company. Most colleagues have worked from home since 2004. Working here challenges you to think differently, work smarter, and raise your game.Canonical is an equal opportunity employerWe are proud to foster a workplace free from discrimination. Diversity of experience, perspectives, and background create a better work environment and better products. Whatever your identity, we will give your application fair consideration.Seniority level: Mid-Senior levelEmployment type: Full-timeJob function: Information TechnologyIndustries: Software DevelopmentReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at Canonical by 2x#J-18808-Ljbffr