Questa posizione è nel team di Canonical, un'azienda tecnologica pionieristica leader nell'innovazione open source

Il riassunto dell'opportunità da parte della Joinrs AI: Canonical è un'azienda tecnologica pionieristica leader nell'innovazione open source. Cercano diversi 'Junior Product Manager' a tempo pieno con una laurea e passione per la tecnologia. Guiderai i cicli di vita dei prodotti, collaborerai con diversi team e svilupperai soluzioni open source. I benefit includono la possibilità di lavorare anche da remoto, bonus annuale, budget per la formazione, ferie retribuite e opportunità di viaggi internazionali.

Il processo di selezione sarà interamente gestito da Canonical.

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About Canonical

Canonical is a leading provider of open source software and operating systems to the global enterprise and technology markets.

Our platform, Ubuntu, is very widely used in breakthrough enterprise initiatives such as public cloud, data science, AI, engineering innovation and IoT.

Our customers include:

• The world's leading public cloud and silicon providers
• Industry leaders in many sectors

The company is a pioneer of global distributed collaboration, with 1200+ colleagues in 75+ countries and very few office based roles. Teams meet two to four times yearly in person, in interesting locations around the world, to align on strategy and execution.

The company is founder led, profitable and growing.

Canonical’s Product Management Team

Canonical’s product management team are technologists who have a passion for delivering products and solutions that help shape market demands while elevating open source software everywhere.

This is a general application track for the product management positions at Canonical. You will:

• Set a clear vision
• Prioritize work effectively
• Ensure the team delivers high-quality products that meet business and user needs

Apply here if you excel at leadership, communication, and technical vision, and believe you can drive product strategy for the business needs of tomorrow.

During the interview process we will identify specific software products which would be a good fit for your interests.

Open Source Vision

We believe that open source is transforming the way that enterprises solve their business needs.

• Although open source has been around for thirty years, it is only now fundamental to every corner of the software landscape.
• Going forward we believe open source will have an even bigger impact as it moves into specialised vertical markets.
• Our goal is to make open source easier, more reliable and more secure for deployment and development.
• We strive to be the provider of ‘most software to most companies’, starting with Ubuntu but expanding to cover every class of application on every class of compute.

To deliver on that ambition, we select product managers for their intellect and strong drive to advance the open source community. Together, we aim to improve open source quality, outreach, and impact.

Product Manager Role

Our product managers set the vision and the direction to ensure teams deliver the right products in the right markets at the right time.

Responsibilities include:

• Push the boundaries of the technology landscape to identify and deliver products into new and existing market opportunities
• Discuss strategy, plan product development, drive engagement, and promote the open source way
• Oversee the entire product lifecycle from conception to delivery
• Blend technical expertise, strategic thinking, analytics, project management skills and effective communication to ensure products meet both user needs and business objectives

Product Domains

We have open product manager roles across a wide range of product domains, including:

• Ubuntu Platform – Desktop, Server, Windows (WSL), Multipass, Gaming, Enterprise, Hardware Enablement
• Ubuntu Pro Services – Ubuntu Pro, Compliance, Standards, Security Engineering, Managed Services (cloud & on-prem)
• AI/ML & MLOps – Open source AI/ML solutions, AIOps automation, model lifecycle management, Kubeflow, MLFlow, KServe, AI infrastructure on cloud and edge
• IoT – Ubuntu on embedded devices/edge servers, device management, robotics
• Cloud – Ubuntu in public and private clouds, automation frameworks, Kubernetes, MAAS, LXD
• Telco – Core Network, RAN/vRAN, SoNIC, DENT, SmartNICs
• Finance – Trading platforms, blockchain technologies, regulatory compliance, AI-driven analytics
• Automotive – Autonomous driving, infotainment, connected vehicles, compliance (ISO 26262, ISO 21434)
• Application Management – Observability, IAM, App Stores, Grafana, GitOps, Juju Charms

If your domain of expertise isn’t listed above, feel free to apply anyway — we will route you to the most suitable team.

Location

• These roles are home based in the EMEA time zone
• You will be expected to be located in this region

Role Responsibilities

• Lead the product development lifecycle, reviewing priorities and goals
• Collaborate with engineering, design, marketing, and sales
• Address challenges, align on priorities, enable informed decisions, and keep execution on track
• Conduct market research, analyse trends, gather customer feedback
• Communicate product vision, status updates, and key decisions
• Conduct usability testing, analyse user feedback, iterate on product improvements
• Develop go-to-market strategies with marketing, sales, and support teams
• Contribute to sales success by reviewing feedback and attending customer meetings
• Oversee product line work, ensuring consistency in strategy and execution
• Facilitate collaboration and resolve conflicts across teams and departments

What We Are Looking For

• Exceptional academic results at high school and university
• Understanding of Linux and the wider open source community
• Knowledge of computer architecture, app development, datacenters, cloud, or devices
• Passion for writing about technologies and the tech landscape
• Strong work ethic, curiosity, continuous learning, and ownership
• Problem solving and innovation mindset
• Outstanding English communication skills (verbal and written)
• Ability to manage multiple projects while focusing on priorities
• Willingness to travel internationally up to 4 times a year (up to 2 weeks per trip)

Additional Skills We Value

• Familiarity with verticals: Telco, Finance, Industrial, Automotive
• Knowledge of technology ecosystem: Silicon, IHV, ISV, ODM/OEMs, cloud providers, channel
• Cloud native technologies: Kubernetes, Docker, Snaps
• Embedded and connected device ecosystems
• Networking: ethernet, IPv4/IPv6, routing, firewalling, overlays, VPNs, SR-IOV, infiniband
• Telco networking: RAN, Core, CPE
• Experience leading distributed teams across time zones
• Ability to foster collaboration and innovation in teams

What We Offer You

• Distributed work environment with twice-yearly team sprints in person
• Personal learning & development budget of USD 2,000 per year
• Annual compensation review
• Recognition rewards
• Annual holiday leave
• Maternity and paternity leave
• Employee Assistance Program
• Opportunity to travel and meet colleagues
• Priority Pass and travel upgrades for long haul events

We consider location, experience, and performance in shaping compensation. In addition to base pay, we offer a performance-driven annual bonus or commission.

About Canonical

Canonical is a pioneering tech firm at the forefront of the global move to open source.

• Publishes Ubuntu, one of the most important open source projects and the platform for AI, IoT, and the cloud
• Recruits globally and sets a very high standard for new hires
• Expects excellence and top performance
• Remote-first since 2004

Working here is a step into the future: it will challenge you to think differently, work smarter, learn new skills, and raise your game.