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CanonicalManager, People Analytics
Canonical seeks a remote Manager, People Analytics based in the AMER or EMEA region to join the data discipline inside the people department. In this position,…
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Canonical seeks a remote Manager, People Analytics based in the AMER or EMEA region to join the data discipline inside the people department. In this position, the professional oversees a multidisciplinary product squad comprising people data scientists, software engineers, and user experience designers. The team operates within the workplace engineering function, which blends traditional human resources analytics with modern product engineering to transform raw workforce data into actionable products and…
Job Description
Canonical seeks a remote Manager, People Analytics based in the AMER or EMEA region to join the data discipline inside the people department. In this position, the professional oversees a multidisciplinary product squad comprising people data scientists, software engineers, and user experience designers. The team operates within the workplace engineering function, which blends traditional human resources analytics with modern product engineering to transform raw workforce data into actionable products and insights that elevate global operations across marketing, sales, engineering, and human resources.
This role suits experienced data professionals who possess a strong blend of technical precision and business pragmatism. The incoming manager will act as a bridge between human resources and software engineering, translate complex data models into clear narratives, develop artificial intelligence agents, and ensure the people data stack remains secure and compliant with privacy regulations. Team members at Canonical work in a fully distributed environment with high performance expectations.
Canonical is a profitable, founder-led technology company that operates without a central headquarters and pioneers the global shift to open source. The firm produces Ubuntu, an operating system used extensively in enterprise initiatives such as artificial intelligence, public cloud, the internet of things, and data science. The organization values discipline, collaboration, and excellence across its worldwide team.
Responsibilities
- Lead and mentor a specialized squad of people data scientists, software engineers, and UX designers
- Bridge the gap between human resources and software engineering to align code with human behavioral intent
- Create predictive and prescriptive insights rather than relying solely on descriptive metrics
- Translate complex data models into engaging narratives and develop real-time artificial intelligence agents for managers
- Maintain a secure, GDPR- and privacy-compliant single source of truth across all people products and services
- Identify opportunities to implement high-tech solutions within people offerings to maximize human value
Requirements
- Background in mathematics, data science, or engineering with advanced statistics and database expertise
- Proficiency in coding or scripting languages such as Python, R, or JavaScript
- Ability to design data visualizations using tools like Superset or Tableau
- Skill in translating business questions into research objectives and determining appropriate methodologies
- Demonstrated capability to lead teams and execute roadmaps with a strong coaching mindset
- Business-level written and spoken English proficiency
- Availability for international travel two to four times per year for company events lasting up to two weeks
Qualifications
- Exceptional academic track record from high school and university
- Experience with Airbyte, Ranger, Superset, Temporal, or Trino
- Basic understanding of containerization technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes
- Familiarity with agentic engineering, product management, and user experience design
Core Skills
Benefits
- Distributed work environment with twice-yearly in-person team sprints
- Annual personal learning and development budget of USD 2,000
- Bi-annual compensation reviews tied to geographical location, experience, and performance
- Performance-driven annual bonus or commission
- 40 days of annual leave per year, including public holidays and company holiday periods
- Maternity and paternity leave
- Access to a team member assistance program and wellness platform
- Priority Pass for lounge access during business-related travel
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Where is this job located?
This is a remote position based in either the AMER or EMEA region.
What is the employment type?
The posting specifies that this is a full-time employment opportunity.
Does the posting state the salary?
No, the job posting does not specify a salary amount.
Is travel required for this role?
Yes, international travel is required two to four times a year for company events lasting up to two weeks, alongside twice-yearly in-person team sprints.
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