Technical Product Manager

CanonicalHome based - EMEAProduct

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Salary

Not listed

Job type

Full-time

Posted

19 Jun 2025

Status

Open · checked 7d ago

About this role

Canonical is seeking a Technical Product Manager to join its distributed team across the EMEA region for a general application track. This remote opportunity suits an experienced technologist with a software engineering background who wants to shape market demands and elevate open source software.

Role Overview

Canonical is hiring a Technical Product Manager to define the vision and direct the execution for various software products ranging from the Ubuntu Platform and Ubuntu Pro Services to AI/ML, IoT, Cloud, Telco, Finance, Automotive, and Application Management. The role oversees the entire product lifecycle from conception to delivery. Candidates are matched with specific product domains based on their interests and expertise during the interview process. The professional joining this team will collaborate closely with engineering, design, marketing, and sales departments to deliver high-quality solutions that satisfy business and user requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Direct the complete product lifecycle while reviewing priorities, goals, and strategic alignment across teams.

Coordinate with engineering, design, marketing, and sales to keep business execution on track and resolve conflicts.

Perform market research, analyze industry trends, and gather customer feedback to spot new opportunities.

Communicate product vision, status updates, and critical decisions to stakeholders.

Conduct usability testing and user feedback analysis to iterate and enhance user experience.

Partner with marketing and support functions to design go-to-market strategies and draft product documentation.

Assist the sales organization in winning new opportunities by participating in customer meetings and reviewing feedback.

Oversee product line consistency and facilitate collaboration across various departments.

Requirements

Exceptional academic background 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.

A passion for writing about technologies and the tech landscape alongside a strong work ethic.

Natural curiosity, commitment to continuous learning, strong ownership mentality, and innovative problem-solving skills.

Outstanding verbal and written communication skills in English.

For more senior levels, professional product management experience in the software industry.

Capacity to manage multiple projects or product lines while focusing on core priorities.

Proven leadership in aligning diverse teams and driving consensus around product strategies.

Availability 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 the technology ecosystem including Silicon, IHV, ISV, ODM/OEMs, cloud service providers, and channel partners.

Familiarity with cloud-native technologies like Kubernetes, Docker containers, and Snaps.

Knowledge of embedded and connected device technology and networking protocols.

Experience leading distributed teams across different time zones.

Skills and Tools

Kubernetes

Docker

MLOps

Linux

Snaps

Networking technologies including IPv4, IPv6, and routing

Salary and Benefits

Distributed work environment with twice-yearly in-person team sprints globally.

Personal learning and development budget of USD 2,000 per year.

Annual compensation reviews and performance-driven annual bonuses or commissions.

Recognition rewards, annual holiday leave, and maternity/paternity leave.

Employee Assistance Program and travel perks like Priority Pass and long-haul upgrades for company events.

About the Company

Canonical is a pioneering tech enterprise known for publishing Ubuntu, a leading platform for public cloud, data science, AI, engineering innovation, and IoT. Operating with a distributed model since 2004, the profitable and founder-led company employs over 1,200 colleagues across 75+ countries. Canonical partners with the world's leading public cloud and silicon providers to make open source easier, more reliable, and more secure.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit their application directly on the official Canonical careers page to be considered for this home-based EMEA role.

Skills and tech stack

Kubernetes Docker MLOps

Questions candidates ask

Where is the Technical Product Manager position located?

This role is home-based in the EMEA time zone, and candidates must be located within this region.

What specific product domains are available at Canonical?

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

How often do team members travel or meet in person?

Teams meet in person two to four times yearly for team sprints in interesting locations around the world, with travel lasting up to two weeks long.

What kind of professional background is expected for this role?

Canonical looks for technologists with a software engineering background, an understanding of Linux, and a passion for the open source software community.

What professional development support does Canonical offer?

Canonical provides a personal learning and development budget of USD 2,000 per year for all team members.

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The application is on the official Canonical careers page.

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