Product Manager

CanonicalHome based - EMEAProduct

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Salary

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Job type

Full-time

Posted

3 Feb 2025

Status

Open · checked 7d ago

About this role

Role Overview

The Product Manager position at Canonical is a home-based role located in the EMEA time zone, offering a unique opportunity to shape the future of open source software and enterprise solutions. This position suits technology-focused professionals with a software engineering background who want to drive product strategy across diverse domains like Ubuntu, AI/ML, cloud, and IoT.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the complete product development lifecycle, setting clear visions, priorities, and goals for assigned product lines.

Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including engineering, design, marketing, and sales to keep business execution on track.

Conduct market research, analyze industry trends, and gather customer feedback to identify new product opportunities.

Communicate product vision, updates, and strategic decisions clearly to align stakeholders and manage expectations.

Conduct usability testing, analyze user feedback, and iterate on products to enhance user experience.

Partner with go-to-market teams to build strategies, draft product documentation, and train support teams.

Support sales enablement by reviewing customer feedback and participating directly in client meetings.

Oversee product lines to ensure consistent strategy and execution across multiple distributed teams.

Requirements

Exceptional academic results at both high school and university levels.

Solid understanding of Linux and the broader open source software community.

Familiarity with computer architecture, application development, datacenters, cloud platforms, or connected devices.

Genuine passion for writing about technology and the evolving tech landscape.

Strong work ethic, personal alignment with the open source movement, curiosity, and a habit of continuous learning.

High sense of ownership, strong problem-solving abilities, and a drive to innovate.

Outstanding verbal and written communication skills in English.

For senior levels, previous software industry product management experience is required.

Ability to manage multiple projects while staying focused on core priorities and leading diverse teams toward consensus.

Willingness to travel internationally up to four times per year for company events.

Nice to Have

Familiarity with specific verticals such as Telco, Finance, Industrial, or Automotive.

Knowledge of technology ecosystems involving Silicon, IHV, ISV, ODM/OEMs, cloud service providers, and channel partners.

Experience with cloud-native technologies including Kubernetes, Docker containers, and Snaps.

Understanding of embedded and connected device technology alongside networking principles like Ethernet, IPv4/IPv6, routing, and VPNs.

Telco networking familiarity covering RAN, Core, and CPE.

Experience leading distributed teams across various time zones.

Skills and Tools

Kubernetes

Docker

MLOps

Linux

Cloud platforms and open source tools

About the Company

Canonical is a pioneering technology company and the publisher of Ubuntu, a leading platform for AI, IoT, and the cloud. Operating as a distributed organization since 2004, the firm employs over 1,200 colleagues across more than 75 countries. Canonical values diversity, high standards, and continuous learning, bringing teams together a few times a year in international locations for strategic alignment.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit their application directly through the official Canonical careers page to be routed to the most suitable product team based on their expertise and interests.

Skills and tech stack

Kubernetes Docker MLOps

Questions candidates ask

Where is the Product Manager role located?

The role is home-based in the EMEA time zone.

What background is required for this position?

Candidates need a software engineering background or strong technical understanding, excellent academic results, and familiarity with Linux and open source.

What product domains does Canonical cover?

Domains include Ubuntu Platform, Ubuntu Pro Services, AI/ML and MLOps, IoT, Cloud, Telco, Finance, Automotive, and Application Management.

Is travel required for this home-based job?

Yes, team members travel internationally up to four times a year for company events that last up to two weeks.

How do I apply for this job?

You can apply by visiting the official Canonical careers page.

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