Junior Project Manager

3 weeks ago


Manama, Manama, Bahrain Canonical Full time
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Canonical is a leading provider of open source software and operating systems to the global enterprise and technology markets. Our platform, Ubuntu, is widely used in initiatives such as public cloud, data science, AI, engineering innovation, and IoT. Our customers include top public cloud and silicon providers, and industry leaders across sectors. We are a pioneer of global distributed collaboration, with 1000+ colleagues in 70+ countries and few office-based roles. Teams meet a few times yearly in interesting locations worldwide to align on strategy and execution.

The company is founder-led, profitable, and growing.

Role Overview

We are hiring a Junior Project Manager. Our mission is to streamline and accelerate the adoption of open source across the global enterprise technology market. Our Project Managers ensure project success by owning, driving, communicating, and respectfully engaging all stakeholders, valuing integrity and accountability.

Within a portfolio of projects involving complex and evolving software technologies, customer and partner satisfaction relies on exceptional Project Managers who can effectively respect and engage all stakeholders.

Responsibilities
  1. Ensuring programs and projects are delivered within schedule, scope, cost, budget, and resources expectations
  2. Supporting the identification of key technical and project risks and issues, and implementing mitigating actions
  3. Maintaining strong customer focus and collaborating with stakeholders for successful outcomes
  4. Conducting regular status meetings and business reviews with customers
  5. Supporting the delivery schedule of critical third-party deliverables
  6. Advocating for appropriate technologies from Canonical's portfolio to customers
Candidate Profile

The ideal Junior Project Manager will have a strong academic background in science, software engineering, or information technology, with excellent communication skills in English and a solution-oriented mindset. You should be proactive, professional, and capable of effective negotiation, demonstrating leadership skills from academic or extracurricular activities.

  • Exceptional academic record from high school and university
  • Degree in a technical field or a compelling alternative narrative
  • Confidence to speak up, exchange feedback, and share ideas
  • Proven track record of exceeding expectations
  • Passion for technology demonstrated through personal projects
  • Strong work ethic and confidence to collaborate with motivated colleagues
  • Excellent English communication and presentation skills
  • Interpersonal skills, curiosity, flexibility, and accountability
  • Appreciation for diversity and effectiveness in multicultural settings
  • Thoughtfulness, self-motivation, and result-oriented approach
  • Willingness to travel internationally twice a year for up to two weeks
What We Offer

Compensation is based on location, experience, and performance, with annual reviews and performance bonuses. Benefits include:

  • Distributed work environment with biannual in-person team sprints
  • USD 2,000 annual learning and development budget
  • Recognition rewards, annual leave, parental leave
  • Wellness programs, travel opportunities, and travel upgrades for events
About Canonical

Canonical is a pioneering open-source tech company behind Ubuntu, shaping the future of software in AI, IoT, and cloud. We hire globally, uphold high standards, and foster a remote work culture since 2004, encouraging innovation and skill development.

Equal Opportunity Statement

We are committed to diversity and equal opportunity, welcoming applications from all backgrounds and identities.

Details
  • Seniority level: Entry level
  • Employment type: Full-time
  • Job function: Project Management and IT
  • Industry: Software Development
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