Product Manager

Product Manager - Hardware Certification 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 breakthrough enterprise initiatives such as public cloud, data science, AI, engineering innovation and IoT. The company is founder led, profitable and growing, with 1200+ colleagues in 75+ countries and very few office-based roles. Teams meet two to four times yearly in person, in interesting locations around the world, to align on strategy and execution. We are hiring a Product Manager for Hardware Certification. Ubuntu is the world\'s favourite Linux, used by developers around the world. This role can be based remotely in the EMEA region. What you will do Lead the roadmap of our Hardware Certification effort and drive our partnership with OEMs Work with our engineering team to shape the development roadmap for our Hardware Certification scheme Define future business models taking into account the competitive landscape Engage with the Ubuntu user community, key partners, OEMs and leading customers, enabling commercial success and driving go-to-market This role encompasses product leadership and go-to-market strategy, ensuring that the product vision is translated into actionable plans and successful market launches. Our product managers are technology professionals with a software engineering background who strive to become business executives and entrepreneurs. We discuss strategy, plan product development, drive engagement, and promote the open source way. We oversee the entire product lifecycle from conception to delivery, blending technical expertise, strategic thinking, analytics, project management skills and effective communication to ensure products meet both user needs and business objectives. Responsibilities Lead the product development lifecycle, reviewing the priorities and goals for your product Collaborate with cross-functional teams such as engineering, design, marketing, and sales Address common challenges across projects, align on priorities, enable informed decisions, and keep business execution on track Conduct market research, analyse industry trends, and gather customer feedback to identify opportunities Communicate your product vision, status updates, and key decisions to ensure alignment and manage expectations Conduct usability testing, analyse user feedback, and iterate on the product to improve the user experience Collaborate with marketing, sales, and support teams to develop go-to-market strategies, create product documentation, and provide training Contribute to the success of our sales team in winning new opportunities, reviewing customer feedback and participating in customer meetings What we are looking for in you Exceptional academic results at high school and university Understanding of Linux and the wider open source software community Understanding of computer architecture, application development, datacenters, cloud or devices Passion to write about technologies and the tech landscape A strong work ethic, and personal interests aligned with the open source movement Curiosity, and the habit of continuous learning A strong sense of ownership Problem solving and the ability to innovate Outstanding communications skills in English, both verbal and written Willingness to travel internationally up to 4 times a year for company events up to two weeks long Nice-to-have skills Familiarity with the technology ecosystem including Silicon, IHV, ISV, ODM/OEMs, cloud service providers Familiarity with embedded and connected device technology and ecosystems Familiarity with hardware/software testing frameworks Experience building a certification program What we offer you We consider geographical location, experience, and performance in shaping compensation worldwide. We revisit compensation annually to ensure we recognise outstanding performance. In addition to base pay, we offer a performance-driven annual bonus or commission. We provide all team members with additional benefits, which reflect our values and ideals. We balance our programs to meet local needs and ensure fairness globally. 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 Program Opportunity to travel to new locations to meet colleagues Travel upgrades for long haul company events About Canonical Canonical is a pioneering tech firm at the forefront of the global move to open source. As the company that publishes Ubuntu, one of the most important open source projects and the platform for AI, IoT and the cloud, we are changing the world of software. We recruit on a global basis and set a very high standard for people joining the company. We expect excellence. Most colleagues at Canonical have worked from home since its inception in 2004. Working here is a step into the future and will challenge you to think differently, work smarter, learn new skills, and raise your game. Canonical is an equal opportunity employer We 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr