Product Manager - Hardware Certification

Overview

Canonical is a pioneering tech firm at the forefront of open source. We publish Ubuntu, the platform for AI, IoT and the cloud, and provide products and services addressing challenges for developers and enterprises. This role is remote in the EMEA region and requires you to be located there. Canonical employs globally with 1200+ colleagues in 75+ countries and very few office-based roles. Teams meet two to four times per year in person at locations around the world to align on strategy and execution. The role is for a Product Manager for Hardware Certification.

Responsibilities

• Lead the product development lifecycle, reviewing the priorities and goals for the Hardware Certification product.
• Drive the roadmap and partner with OEMs to shape development of the Hardware Certification scheme.
• Define future business models taking into account the competitive landscape.
• Engage with the Ubuntu user community, key partners, OEMs and leading customers, enabling commercial success and driving go-to-market.
• Lead the roadmap of Hardware Certification and drive partnerships with OEMs; shape the development roadmap for the certification scheme.
• Oversee product leadership and go-to-market strategy, translating the product vision into actionable plans and successful market launches.

This role encompasses product leadership and go-to-market strategy, translating the product vision into actionable plans and successful market launches. Product managers are technologists who strive to become business executives and entrepreneurs, planning product development, driving engagement, and promoting the open source way. The role covers the entire product lifecycle from conception to delivery, blending technical expertise, strategic thinking, analytics, project management, and effective communication to meet user needs and business objectives.

Location

Location : Remote in the EMEA region. You will be expected to be located in this region.

What we are looking for

• Exceptional academic results at high school and university
• Understanding of Linux and the wider open source software community
• Understanding of computer architecture, application development, datacenters, cloud or devices
• Passion to write about technologies and the tech landscape
• A strong work ethic, and personal interests aligned with the open source movement
• Curiosity, and the habit of continuous learning
• A strong sense of ownership
• Problem solving and the ability to innovate
• Outstanding communications skills in English, both verbal and written
• Willingness to travel internationally up to 4 times a year for company events up to two weeks long

Nice-to-have skills

• Familiarity with the technology ecosystem including Silicon, IHV, ISV, ODM/OEMs, cloud service providers
• Familiarity with embedded and connected device technology and ecosystems
• Familiarity with hardware/software testing frameworks
• Experience building a certification program

What we offer you

We consider geographical location, experience, and performance in shaping compensation worldwide. We revisit compensation annually (and more often for graduates and associates) to ensure we recognise outstanding performance. In addition to base pay, we offer a performance-driven annual bonus or commission. We provide all team members with additional benefits, which reflect our values and ideals. We balance our programs to meet local needs and ensure fairness globally.

• Distributed work environment with twice-yearly team sprints in person
• Personal learning and 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 to new locations to meet colleagues
• Travel upgrades for long haul company events

About Canonical

Canonical is a pioneering tech firm at the forefront of the global move to open source. As the company that publishes Ubuntu, one of the most important open source projects and the platform for AI, IoT and the cloud, we are changing the world of software. We recruit on a global basis and set a very high standard for people joining the company. We expect excellence - in order to succeed, we need to be the best at what we do. Most colleagues at Canonical have worked from home since its inception in 2004. Working here is a step into the future, and will challenge 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.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Product Management and Marketing

Industries

• Software Development