Software Engineering Manager - Ubuntu Linux Kernel

Canonical

📍 Toronto, ON, Canada

Full-time Other-General Posted February 27, 2026

Job Description

Software Engineering Manager – Ubuntu Linux Kernel

Canonical is a leading provider of open source software and operating systems. We build and maintain Ubuntu, one of the world’s most widely used Linux distributions. Our teams work in a global, distributed environment and collaborate on breakthrough initiatives in public cloud, data science, AI, engineering innovation and IoT.

Role Overview

As a Software Engineering Manager, you will lead technical teams that deliver and support the Ubuntu Linux kernel. You will influence strategy, drive delivery, and help engineering teams grow. The role is suitable for an experienced manager of high‑performing software development teams or a highly proficient technical lead who is ready to take on management responsibility.

Responsibilities

  • Lead a distributed team of software engineers across geographic regions and oversee delivery of the Ubuntu Linux kernel.
  • Own specific aspects of ...