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Engineering Manager - Solutions Engineering

Western Cape, Western Cape Canonical

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Engineering Manager - Solutions Engineering

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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 very widely used in breakthrough enterprise initiatives such as public cloud, data science, AI, engineering innovation, and IoT. Our customers include the world's leading public cloud and silicon providers, and industry leaders in many sectors. The company is a pioneer of global distributed collaboration, with 1200+ colleagues in 75+ countries and very few office-based roles. Teams meet two to four times yearly in person, in interesting locations around the world, to align on strategy and execution.

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

We want to transform the world of software operations by enabling true model-driven operations via next-generation infrastructure-as-code. This will allow companies to run very efficient bare-metal operations for high-performance computing, private cloud, data lakes, AI/ML, and analytics. We need to invent some new technology, and we need to build some new products; we are therefore looking for someone who can lead and inspire a regional software engineering team to fulfill this initiative.

The Solutions Engineering team works in close collaboration with our managed infrastructure operations team, which runs many private OpenStack clouds and Kubernetes clusters for customers around the world. This enables us to improve our infra-as-code products based on our own real experience, mirroring that of our users and customers. We work in Python, creating open-source automation capabilities that simplify operations for anybody, anywhere, who is building on Ubuntu.

Most of the team's work involves pure Python software development focused on enabling true DevOps workflows. We strive for high quality in both design, documentation, tests, and performance as we enhance operations code packages and Ubuntu itself in order to ensure our platform is the easiest, most robust, and best performing for driving your infrastructure.

As an Engineering Manager, your primary responsibility is to the people you lead and support: ensuring that they are growing as engineers, doing valuable work, and finding satisfaction in their career at Canonical. We need someone who can display technical leadership by leveraging a solid background in software development so that they're able to challenge and grow their team members. You will have the opportunity to influence the culture, facilitate technical delivery, and work with your team on direction and execution.

What you will do

Lead and develop a team of Python engineers working remotely in global locations
Hiring, coaching, mentoring, feedback, and hands-on career development
Demonstrate sound engineering principles by directly contributing code yourself
Plan and manage progress on agreed goals and projects
Set and manage expectations with other engineering and operations teams
Coordinate with management and internal and external stakeholders or customers
Advocate for modern, agile software development practices
Help develop and evangelize great engineering and organizational practices
Grow a healthy, collaborative engineering culture in line with the company values
Be an active part of the leadership team and collaborate with other leaders in the organisation
Travel globally up to 10% of time for internal and external events

Who you are

You love developing and growing people and have a track record of doing it
You are knowledgeable and passionate about agile software development
You love leading, coaching, and mentoring software developers - especially Python ones
You are knowledgeable in cloud computing concepts & technologies
You are comfortable administrating Linux servers, including their storage and networking
You have hands-on experience with software automation
You are organized and want your team to deliver high-quality software in a timely manner
You are a lifelong learner

Bonus points for

You have graduated with a university degree in Computer Science or related software engineering field
Having a thorough understanding of modern infrastructure, including OpenStack or Kubernetes
Having experience in operations as well as software development
Being familiar with the challenges of large-scale, multi-cloud operations
Go expertise

What we offer colleagues

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 recognize 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
Team Member Assistance Program & Wellness Platform
Opportunity to travel to new locations to meet colleagues
Priority Pass and 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 our 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

Seniority level Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Employment type Full-time

Job function

Job function Engineering and Information Technology
Industries Software Development

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Account Manager (Fresh Produce / FMCG / Detail Oriented / Client Relationships / Problem Solving)

7646 Paarl, Western Cape United Exports

Posted 499 days ago

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We are seeking a dedicated and results-oriented Account Manager to take charge of our stonefruit sales initiatives in designated markets. The ideal candidate will excel in cultivating and nurturing customer relationships, implementing strategic marketing programs, and maximising returns for our growers while optimizing the company's profit margin. Key Performance Outputs: Build Trusting Relationships: Develop and nurture trust with major customers to maximize growth opportunities and foster long-lasting partnerships. Efficient Program Delivery: Ensure timely and efficient delivery of programs and sales to customers, meeting their expectations and building satisfaction. Sales Growth: Play a vital role in generating new sales, contributing to the growth of existing accounts, and meeting set targets. Global Engagement: Travel abroad to maintain and secure customer programs, facilitating sales across various international markets. Reporting and Forecasting: Prepare regular progress reports and forecasts for both internal and external stakeholders, keeping everyone informed and aligned. CRM Management: Ensure accurate and up-to-date customer information on the CRM system, supporting effective communication and decision-making. Marketing Collaboration: Confirm and manage seasonal marketing plans with customers, aligning strategies with business objectives. Sales Process Management: Oversee the entire sales process, from order creation to finalization, ensuring timely fulfillment and accurate costings. Innovative Problem-Solving: Resolve customer issues, handle complaints, and initiate solutions to maintain trust and satisfaction. Financial Management: Ensure client payment terms, credit limits, and price sheets are in place, and manage debtors for timely payments.Requirements Qualifications/Experience: Only applicants who meet the outline role requirements will be considered.BCom Degree with a Marketing / Logistics / International Trade as a Major. Minimum 5 years experience post qualifications. NB! Experience in a similar role within a fresh produce / FMCG / perishable goods organisation is a non-negotiable. Technical/Functional: Computer literacy: MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)Knowledge of CRM software advantageousKnowledge of ERP system advantageous (eg Netsuite) Excellent e-mail etiquetteFruit marketing knowledge and some degree of product knowledge

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Engineering Manager : Automotive Solutions

Alberton, Gauteng Edge Executives

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Engineering Manager : Automotive Solutions

Location : Gauteng, South Africa

Type : Permanent | Middle Management

Lead maintenance excellence. Drive operational performance.

This is a pivotal opportunity for a hands-on engineering leader with strong technical and people management skills to optimise operations and drive continuous improvement within a dynamic automotive manufacturing environment.

About the Role

You’ll support the Operations Executive and manage customised solutions for a leading automotive client. You’ll oversee daily operations, long-term maintenance planning, energy management, risk assessments, quality management, and continuous optimisation of plant performance — ensuring compliance with statutory requirements, service level agreements, and client expectations.

What You’ll Do

Oversee operations and maintenance planning, daily monitoring, and capital replacement initiatives

Develop and implement disaster recovery and energy saving concepts

Optimise plant performance, materials, and spare parts management

Consult and build strong relationships with the client’s FM team

Ensure compliance with statutory, ISO 9001, OHSAS 18001, and environmental requirements

Drive internal audits, root cause analysis, risk assessments, and job specifications

Lead and develop your operations team, performance reviews, and talent retention

Champion a maintenance engineering approach that adds value through innovation and cost reduction

Produce accurate reports, manage budgets, and align with service agreements

What You Bring

BTech or BSc in Engineering (Electrical or Mechanical) with strong commercial acumen

Government Certificate of Competency (GCC) preferred

Minimum 5 years’ experience in a similar production or facilities management environment

Proven staff leadership, performance management, and quality assurance skills

Strong planning, problem-solving, and relationship-building ability

Excellent communication, client service focus, and high resilience under pressure

Solid MS Office and SAP proficiency; health & safety and environmental knowledge

What Success Looks Like

A smooth-running operation that exceeds client expectations through best-in-class maintenance strategies, energy efficiency, and continuous improvement — all driven by your proactive leadership and technical expertise.

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