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. Canonical has 1200+ colleagues in 75+ countries and projects a distributed, mostly remote workforce. We are hiring a Product Manager - Industrial Sector Lead to lead industrial technology initiatives within the product leadership team.Open source technologies are transforming the industrial sector, enabling innovation in IoT, edge computing, robotics and Industry 4.0 solutions. If you have a passion for tech and business, an appreciation for open source, and good communication skills, you will be well suited for a product leadership role at Canonical.This role focuses on technology leadership in the industrial sector with experience in automation systems, IoT platforms, and edge computing. Key focus areas include:IoT solutions for smart manufacturing and industrial automationEdge computing platforms for real-time processing and analyticsRobotics and AI applications for industrial use casesIndustry 4.0 technologies and integration with cloud platformsOpen source software and community engagement in industrial innovationResponsibilitiesLead the lifecycle of product development by reviewing priorities and goals for the product you are responsible forCollaborate with cross-functional teams (engineering, design, marketing, sales) to address challenges, align on priorities, enable informed decisions, and keep business execution on trackConduct market research, analyze industry trends, and gather customer feedback to identify opportunities and align with Canonical's visionCommunicate product vision, status updates, and key decisions to ensure alignment and manage expectationsConduct usability testing, analyze user feedback, and iterate on the product to improve user experienceCollaborate with marketing, sales, and support to develop go-to-market strategies, create product documentation, and provide trainingSupport sales by reviewing customer feedback and participating in customer meetingsWhat we are looking for in youStrong academic results at high school and universityExperience in product management in technical domains related to open source softwareSolid knowledge of Industry 4.0, IoT, and edge computingExcellent writing and presentation skillsCommercial acumen for pricing and product strategyUnderstanding of physical compute (servers, networking, storage)Knowledge of industrial open source software such as IoT frameworks, OPC UA, EdgeX Foundry, ROS, and industrial automation platformsFamiliarity with open source infrastructure projects such as Kubernetes and OpenStackSolid Linux knowledge and understanding of the Open Source software community and computer architecture (including Ubuntu)Passion for writing about technologies and a curious outlook on the tech landscapeStrong ownership mindset and accountability for product successProblem-solving ability and creative thinkingStrong work ethic and alignment with the open source philosophyVery good English communication skills, both written and spokenWillingness to travel up to 4 times a year for internal eventsLocationThis role will be based remotely in the EMEA region. You will be expected to be located within this region.What we offerDistributed work environment with twice-yearly in-person team sprintsPersonal learning and development budget of USD 2,000 per yearAnnual compensation review and performance-based bonus or commissionComprehensive benefits reflecting Canonical valuesLocal fairness in compensation globallyAdditional benefits aligned with company cultureAbout CanonicalCanonical is a pioneering tech firm at the forefront of the global move to open source. As the publisher of Ubuntu, Canonical supports the AI, IoT and cloud computing ecosystem. We hire globally and expect excellence, with a long-standing largely remote workforce since 2004. Working at Canonical challenges you to think differently, work smarter, and grow professionally. Canonical is an equal opportunity employer and fosters a workplace free from discrimination. We consider all qualified applicants fairly.#J-18808-Ljbffr