Product Manager

OverviewProduct Manager - Desktop role at Canonical. This is an application track for a product management position on Ubuntu Desktop. Location: remote in the EMEA region.Canonical is a leading provider of open source software and operating systems to the global enterprise and technology markets. Ubuntu is widely used in enterprise initiatives across cloud, data science, AI, engineering, and IoT. Canonical has 1200+ colleagues in 75+ countries with mostly remote roles and in-person team meetings a few times per year.This role focuses on leadership, communication, and technical vision to drive product strategy for the business and open source community needs of tomorrow.ResponsibilitiesLead the product development lifecycle, reviewing the priorities and goals for your productCollaborate with cross-functional teams such as engineering, design, marketing, and salesAddress challenges across projects, align on priorities, enable informed decisions, and keep business execution on trackConduct market research, analyze industry trends, and gather customer feedback to identify opportunitiesCommunicate product vision, status updates, and key decisions to ensure alignment and manage expectationsConduct usability testing, analyze user feedback, and iterate on the product to improve user experienceCollaborate with marketing, sales, and support teams to develop go-to-market strategies, create product documentation, and provide trainingContribute to the success of the sales team in winning new opportunities, reviewing customer feedback, and participating in customer meetingsQualificationsExceptional academic results at high school and universityUnderstanding of Linux and the wider open source software communityUnderstanding of computer architecture, application development, enterprise IT, cloud or devicesPassion to write about technologies and the tech landscapeA strong work ethic, with interests aligned with the open source movementCuriosity and habit of continuous learningA strong sense of ownershipProblem solving and the ability to innovateOutstanding communication skills in English, both verbal and writtenAbility to travel internationally up to 4 times a year for company events up to two weeks longNice-to-have skillsFamiliarity with the Linux open source ecosystem including window managers (GNOME, KDE), identity management solutions, and application development frameworksFamiliarity with the technology ecosystem including silicon, IHV, ISV, ODM/OEMs, cloud service providersFamiliarity with data center, embedded and connected device technology and ecosystemsWhat we offer youDistributed work environment with twice-yearly team sprints in personPersonal learning and development budget of USD 2,000 per yearAnnual compensation review and performance-driven bonus or commissionAdditional benefits reflecting our values, with fairness globallyAnnual holiday leave, maternity and paternity leave, and Employee Assistance ProgramOpportunity 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 world-wide open source ecosystem. We recruit on a global basis and maintain high standards for new hires. Most colleagues have worked from home since 2004. Working here challenges you to think differently, work smarter, learn new skills, and raise your game.Canonical is an equal opportunity employer. We are proud to foster a workplace free from discrimination. Diversity of experience, perspectives, and background create a better work environment and better products. Whatever your identity, we will give your application fair consideration. #J-18808-Ljbffr