Software Engineering Manager, Ubuntu Gaming

Software Engineering Manager, Ubuntu Gaming

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About Canonical: Canonical is a leading provider of open source software and operating systems, with Ubuntu being widely used in enterprise initiatives like cloud, data science, AI, and IoT. The company is founder-led, profitable, and growing, with a global distributed team of over 1100 colleagues in 75+ countries.

Role Overview: As the Software Engineering Manager for Ubuntu Gaming, your mission is to enhance gaming on Ubuntu, focusing on performance, security, device support, and content sharing. You will collaborate with open-source projects and partners to improve the Linux gaming ecosystem.

Location: This role is remote, based in the Americas or EMEA region.

Responsibilities:

• Lead your team in optimizing and expanding the Ubuntu gaming experience, especially the Steam Snap.
• Manage project timelines, balancing features and deadlines.
• Collaborate with stakeholders and other teams to align work with company objectives.
• Conduct code reviews focusing on quality and performance.
• Work with upstream projects like Proton and partners like Unity.
• Drive hardware performance improvements.
• Engage with the open-source and gaming communities for feedback and collaboration.

Qualifications:

• Degree in a technical field or equivalent experience.
• Experience with upstream projects and Linux graphics stack.
• Strong software project management skills.
• Technical leadership and team management abilities.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to travel twice a year for company events.

Nice-to-have Skills:

• Passion for gaming and technology.
• Proactive problem-solving skills.
• Curiosity, flexibility, accountability.
• Soft skills like passion and self-motivation.

Benefits:

• Distributed work environment with biannual in-person sprints.
• Learning and development budget of USD 2,000/year.
• Annual compensation review and performance bonuses.
• Additional benefits including holiday leave, parental leave, Employee Assistance Programme, travel opportunities, and more.

About Working at Canonical: Canonical promotes a high standard of excellence, with a focus on innovation, remote work, and diversity. Join us to be part of shaping the future of open source software.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Canonical values diversity and is committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination.