Canonical: Engineering Manager - Ubuntu Hardware Certification Quality and Test Engineering — Office Based - Taipei, Taiwan

About Canonical

Canonical develops open-source software and operating systems for enterprise and technology users. Its Ubuntu platform is used in cloud computing, data science, artificial intelligence, engineering and connected-device environments. The employer describes a distributed working model with periodic in-person team meetings. Its vacancies therefore span both software delivery and the business functions that support it. Applicants should check the location, time-zone and travel conditions attached to the individual role rather than assume every position is available from any country.

The position and its setting

Canonical lists Engineering Manager - Ubuntu Hardware Certification Quality and Test Engineering in Office Based - Taipei, Taiwan, under reference 5996326. The details below separate the work described by the employer from essential conditions, preferred experience and practical preparation advice.

• Department: Devices Engineering
• Employer listing date: 28 May 2024

Subjects named in the job description

The posting mentions the following work areas. These references are not a separate list of compulsory certifications.

• Python
• Linux
• AI
• software testing
• embedded systems
• firmware
• electrical engineering
• maintenance

Essential requirements and candidate background

• Knowledge: low-level embedded software and hardware - BIOS, firmware, bootloaders, ACPI, devicetree, kernel, RTOS
• A good understanding of Linux system architecture
• Knowledge: quality and reliability oriented engineering practices
• Academic track record from both high school and university
• Undergraduate degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or another technical subject
• Leadership and commitment to skills development and mentorship
• Confidence to respectfully speak up, exchange feedback, and share ideas without hesitation
• Track record of going above-and-beyond expectations to achieve results
• Track record of delivery of timely, high quality software
• Passion for technology evidenced by personal projects and initiatives
• The work ethic and confidence to shine alongside motivated colleagues
• Professional written and spoken English with presentation skills
• Interpersonal skills, curiosity, flexibility, and accountability
• Appreciative of diversity, polite and effective in a multi-cultural, multi-national organisation
• Thoughtfulness and self-motivation
• Result-oriented, with a personal drive to meet commitments
• Travel internationally twice a year, for company events up to two weeks long

Preferred experience and additional strengths

• Experience: Linux (Debian or Ubuntu preferred)
• Familiarity: ARM, x86 and possibly RISC-V conventions and low-level enablement details
• Experience: continuous integration and delivery tools and practices
• Experience: automated testing practices in a hardware enablement setting
• In-depth project experience with Python

Location, schedule and contract conditions

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• Location: This role will be office based in Taipei Minsheng district, Taiwan
• Advertised location: Office Based - Taipei, Taiwan

Benefits mentioned by the employer

• 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 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 Programme

Pay and application dates

A verified salary figure is not established in this article. An online estimate for another Engineering Manager - Ubuntu Hardware Certification Quality and Test Engineering vacancy is not an offer for reference 5996326; use the employer’s own pay disclosure and recruitment communication.

A closing date is not confirmed in this article. Check the current employer page before submitting: an undated posting can change or be withdrawn.

How to apply to Canonical

Applications follow the official employer page linked below.

Open the official Canonical posting below and match the title and reference 5996326.

Compare your qualifications and experience with the essential conditions for the Office Based - Taipei, Taiwan position, then read the preferred criteria separately.

Prepare an accurate CV and the supporting items requested in that employer’s application. Provide only information and documents you are authorised to share.

Use the employer’s application option, complete the required fields and review the submission. Retain the acknowledgement when one is provided. Job Alerts World does not receive the application.

Practical preparation: Python

Python work is easier to assess through a concrete example than a list of libraries. Explain the problem, the input data, the parts you implemented and how you checked the output. Include a repository or a short technical note when you can share it.

Relevant skills

• Python
• Linux
• AI
• software testing
• embedded systems
• firmware
• electrical engineering
• maintenance