Engineering Director, Ubuntu Desktop

Company:

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 on a daily basis. We recruit on a global basis and set a very high standard for people joining the company. We expect excellence - in order to succeed, we need to be the best at what we do. Canonical has been a remote-first company 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.

Role:

Job Description

Canonicals Director of Ubuntu Desktop Engineering is tasked with delivering the premier open source desktop experience and developer platform catering to various user segments. This influential position demands oversight of strategy architecture and the roadmap for numerous engineering teams specializing in Rust C/C++ Flutter and Golang. A profound understanding of Linux graphics technology system architecture and security is essential as is a passion for user experience performance engineering and diverse consumer applications that span multiple platforms such as tablets mobile and desktops along with remote computing environments like VDI. The role involves enhancing the overall reliability of Linux on personal computers while developing new desktop capabilities emphasizing performance efficiency and user experience. Furthermore the position requires leadership qualities and a forward-looking vision for open source desktops reinforced by substantial engineering management knowledge particularly in software product development. Successful candidates will thrive in a fast-paced competitive atmosphere and possess a strong technical foundation leadership acumen and a deep commitment to the future of open source and developer experiences.