Junior Project Manager Role

Join Canonical, the publisher of Ubuntu and a leading provider of open source solutions, as a Junior Project Manager. In this distributed, remote-first environment, you will support the delivery of complex enterprise projects for global technology markets. This role emphasizes stakeholder engagement, risk management, and the drive to streamline open source adoption across cloud, AI, and IoT initiatives.

Job Overview

• Remote-first position with global collaboration
• Work with cutting-edge open source technologies
• Engage with diverse stakeholders across industries
• Opportunity for international travel and professional development
• Performance-driven rewards and recognition

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure projects are delivered within schedule, scope, cost, and budget expectations
• Identify and mitigate technical and project risks
• Maintain strong customer focus to achieve successful outcomes
• Assist with status meetings and business reviews with customers
• Support delivery schedules and third-party deliverables
• Advocate Canonical's technologies to customers

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in a technical discipline or equivalent experience
• Exceptional academic achievements
• Professional written and spoken English; strong presentation skills
• Demonstrated leadership and initiative
• Solution-oriented mindset with effective negotiation skills
• Passion for technology, evidenced by personal projects
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills
• Ability to travel internationally twice a year
• Appreciation for diversity and self-motivation