Engineering Manager - Solutions Engineering
WFA Digital Insight
The demand for skilled engineering managers in the remote job market has surged, with a 25% increase in postings over the past year. As companies like Canonical pioneer global distributed collaboration, the need for experts who can lead and inspire remote teams has never been greater. With the rise of cloud computing and infrastructure-as-code, professionals with a strong background in Python, agile software development, and cloud technologies are in high demand. Canonical's commitment to open-source software and innovative solutions makes this role particularly attractive to those passionate about transforming the tech industry. Before applying, candidates should be prepared to showcase their technical leadership skills, experience in managing remote teams, and a deep understanding of the latest trends in software development.
Job Description
About the Role
The Engineering Manager position at Canonical is a unique opportunity to lead a team of talented Python engineers working on cutting-edge infrastructure-as-code solutions. As a key member of the Solutions Engineering team, you will be responsible for guiding the development of innovative software products that enable companies to run efficient bare-metal operations for high-performance computing, private cloud, data lakes, AI/ML, and analytics. Your team will work closely with the managed infrastructure operations team, which runs many private OpenStack clouds and Kubernetes clusters for customers worldwide, to improve infra-as-code products based on real-world experience.The role entails demonstrating technical leadership, leveraging a solid background in software development to challenge and grow team members. You will have the opportunity to influence the culture, facilitate technical delivery, and work with your team on direction and execution. As an Engineering Manager, your primary responsibility is to the people you lead and support, ensuring they are growing as engineers, doing valuable work, and finding satisfaction in their career at Canonical.
The company's founder-led, profitable, and growing status provides a stable and dynamic environment for professional growth. With a strong commitment to open-source software and global distributed collaboration, Canonical offers a unique chance to be part of a pioneering effort in the tech industry.
What You Will Do
- Lead and develop a team of Python engineers working remotely in global locations
- Hire, coach, mentor, provide feedback, and engage in hands-on career development
- Demonstrate sound engineering principles by directly contributing code yourself
- Plan and manage progress on agreed goals and projects
- Set and manage expectations with other engineering and operations teams
- Coordinate with management and internal and external stakeholders or customers
- Advocate for modern, agile software development practices
- Help develop and evangelize great engineering and organizational practices
- Grow a healthy, collaborative engineering culture in line with the company values
- Be an active part of the leadership team and collaborate with other leaders in the organization
- Travel globally up to 10% of the time for internal and external events
What We Are Looking For
- Experience in leading and managing remote teams of software engineers
- Strong background in software development, preferably in Python
- Knowledge and passion for agile software development principles
- Experience in cloud computing concepts and technologies
- Ability to administer Linux servers, including Ubuntu
- Excellent leadership, coaching, and mentoring skills
- Strong communication and collaboration skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
- Commitment to open-source software and innovative solutions
Nice to Have
- Experience with infrastructure-as-code solutions
- Knowledge of OpenStack and Kubernetes
- Familiarity with DevOps workflows and tools
- Experience with modern agile software development practices
Benefits and Perks
- Opportunity to work with a cutting-edge tech company
- Collaborative and dynamic work environment
- Professional development and growth opportunities
- Flexible, remote work arrangement
- Access to the latest technologies and tools
- Chance to be part of a pioneering effort in global distributed collaboration
- Competitive compensation package
- Comprehensive benefits, including health insurance and retirement plans
- Generous PTO and holiday policy
- Remote work stipend and support for home office setup
How to Stand Out
- To stand out, highlight your experience in leading remote teams and managing software development projects.
- Showcase your knowledge of agile principles and cloud computing technologies.
- Prepare to discuss your approach to technical leadership and how you contribute to the growth and development of your team members.
- Familiarize yourself with Canonical's products and solutions to demonstrate your understanding of the company's mission and goals.
- Be prepared to provide examples of your experience with infrastructure-as-code solutions and DevOps workflows.
- Tailor your resume and cover letter to emphasize your skills in Python, software development, and team management.
- Research the company culture and values to ensure alignment with your own professional goals and expectations.
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