Product Manager

OverviewProduct Manager - Networking at Canonical. Remote within the EMEA region.Canonical is a leading provider of open source software and operating systems to the global enterprise and technology markets. Our platform, Ubuntu, is widely used in cloud, data science, AI, engineering, and IoT initiatives. We are a pioneer of global distributed collaboration with 1200+ colleagues in 75+ countries and few office-based roles. Teams meet in person several times a year to align on strategy and execution. The company is founder-led, profitable and growing.Our product management team are technologists who deliver products and solutions that shape market demands while elevating open source software. This role is for a product manager focused on Networking. Apply if you excel at leadership, communication, and technical vision, and can drive product strategy for tomorrow’s business needs.We believe open source is transforming how enterprises solve business problems. Our goal is to make open source easier, more reliable, and more secure. We aim to be the provider of most software to most companies, starting with Ubuntu and expanding across applications and compute classes.Role focusThis role leads product management and go-to-market in the Smart NIC and ToR switches sector. It requires an analytical storyteller with a strong message, understanding challenges of leveraging Smart NIC and ToR technologies with Linux. Prior software engineering management experience is preferred for those who want to define product strategy and drive engagement. You will engage with the open-source community and industry partners to develop Smart NIC and ToR solutions.ResponsibilitiesLead Ubuntu and Ubuntu Core integration as the OS of innovative Smart NIC productsShape the development roadmap for Smart NIC and ToR switches featuresEngage with the Smart NIC and ToR switches ecosystem and leading customersEnable commercial success and lead product directionDrive go-to-market strategy and executionOther responsibilities include translating product vision into actionable plans, overseeing the product lifecycle, and collaborating with engineering, design, marketing, and sales to align business goals with market needs.LocationThis role will be based remotely in the EMEA region. You will be expected to be located within this region.What we are looking for in youExceptional academic results at high school and universityUnderstanding of Linux and the wider open source software communityPassion to write about technologies and the tech landscapeA strong work ethic, and personal interests aligned with the open source movementFor more senior positions, product management experience in the software industryDeep understanding of hyperscale and enterprise data centre architecture and challenges related to high parallelism workloads (HPC, AI and Big Data)Strong knowledge of network protocols and their implementation and optimization at hardware, kernel, and library levelsUnderstanding of computer architectures: x86, ARM, RISC-VFamiliarity with Smart NIC and ToR switches software, standards and market trends, ODMs, silicon providers, cloud service providersInvolvement with Linux networking distributions and software such as SONiC, DENT, FRRouting, VyOS, ONL, or CumulusPractical experience with large-scale network design, implementation and operationCuriosity and continuous learning mindsetA strong sense of ownership, problem solving, and ability to innovateOutstanding communication skills in English, both verbal and writtenAbility to travel internationally up to 4 times a year for company eventsNice-to-have skillsFamiliarity with specific verticals (e.g., Telco, Finance, Industrial, Automotive)Familiarity with the technology ecosystem including Silicon, IHV, ISV, ODM/OEMs, cloud providersFamiliarity with cloud-native technologies such as Kubernetes, Docker containers, and SnapsFamiliarity with embedded and connected device technology and ecosystemsWhat we offer youDistributed work environment with twice-yearly in-person team sprintsPersonal learning and development budget of USD 2,000 per yearAnnual compensation reviewRecognition rewardsAnnual holiday leaveMaternity and paternity leaveEmployee Assistance ProgramOpportunities to travel to new locations to meet colleaguesTravel upgrades for long-haul company eventsAbout CanonicalCanonical is a pioneering tech firm at the forefront of the global move to open source. We publish Ubuntu and support a broad ecosystem, recruiting on a global basis and maintaining high standards. Most colleagues work from home. Working here challenges you to think differently, work smarter, and learn new skills.Canonical is an equal opportunity employer. We foster a workplace free from discrimination, and we will give every application fair consideration.Seniority levelMid-Senior levelEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionProduct Management and MarketingIndustries: Software DevelopmentReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at Canonical. Strasbourg, Grand Est, France #J-18808-Ljbffr