At the forefront of the global open source movement, Canonical is an innovative technology firm spearheading change. Our commitment to open source is exemplified by our publication of Ubuntu, a pivotal project that powers AI, IoT, and the cloud. With a global recruitment approach, we uphold stringent standards for our team members, demanding excellence in all aspects. Since our establishment in 2004, Canonical has embraced a remote-first approach. Joining us propels you into the future, pushing you to think creatively, work intelligently, acquire new expertise, and elevate your performance. Experience a distinctive insight into the realm of 21st-century digital business with Canonical…
Location: Remote
Department: Brand & Marketing
Job Type: Home-Based
Who Are We Looking For?
As the Design Manager for Canonical, you’ll spearhead a pivotal role in democratizing open source software globally. Our Design function stands as the guardian of user experience alignment with our vision, and you, as the Design Manager, will wield profound leadership, not just within our teams, but in the larger scope as well.
At the helm of the Brand & Marketing Design team, you’ll embrace the mantle of refining how the Canonical and Ubuntu brands are articulated. Additionally, you’ll orchestrate the dynamics of product content operations, particularly amplifying our impact on web touchpoints.
Core Responsibilities
- Ensuring the quality of design team’s work through meticulous reviews
- Nurturing the professional development of individual designers
- Enhancing operational workflows, encompassing production outsourcing and collaboration with Web Engineering
- Collaborating with stakeholders, especially Marketing and Head of Brand, to precisely define and verify objectives
- Advancing design systems and guidelines to enhance uniform quality and operational efficiency
- Orchestrating with other design leaders to advance our shared methodology
- Fostering collaboration and cultural cohesion by facilitating sharing of work among teams
- Participating in the open-source community to both learn and amplify the value of our contributions
Qualification
- Impressive UI design portfolio showcasing strong visual aesthetics
- Outstanding academic accomplishments in design or relevant behavioral science field
- Comprehensive expertise across user-centric process, from needs identification to successful execution
Additional Requirements
- Dedicated to transparent project execution and accountable for team timelines
- Proficient in leading teams interfacing with technical stakeholders
- Knowledgeable about quantitative optimization methodologies
- Enthusiastic about harmonizing consistency and groundbreaking creativity
- Ready to travel up to 4 times annually for internal events
Perks & Benefits
- Additional benefits and rewards for eligible roles, including annual bonuses and sales incentives
- Global equity in compensation philosophy
- Location-based competitive base pay (fully remote)
- Annual compensation review
- Annual holiday leave
- Fully remote working environment since 2004
- Personal learning and development budget of $2,000 per year
- Recognition rewards
- Parental Leave
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Travel opportunities to meet colleagues at ‘sprints’
- Priority Pass for travel and travel upgrades for long-haul company events
Additional information
Canonical is committed to equal employment opportunities, ensuring a workplace devoid of prejudice. Our dedication to embracing diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences fosters an enriched work environment and enhances the quality of our products. Regardless of your identity, we will thoroughly evaluate your application with fairness and impartiality.
Method of Application
Interested and prospective candidates that are qualified for the role should click on APPLY to complete the required application form.