The world runs on open source, and projects need more than a version or source control system to scale. The Linux Foundation has evolved a proven methodology to transform projects into category leaders. LFX operationalizes this approach, providing a suite of tools built to facilitate every aspect of open source development. Critical projects must have their finger on the pulse of their entire developer ecosystem, with tools tailored to key stakeholders driving project development, including maintainers, contributors, community managers, marketers, and more.

Role overview

The Linux Foundation is looking for a Director of Program Management to guide and support the growth and success of Open Source projects through best-in-class developer relations, community building and project management practices.

At the people level, your role is that of an individual contributor and a leader who will serve as the subject matter expert for building thriving, sustainable and inclusive contributor communities. At the technical level, you will be leading the transformation to modern industry development practices.

Strategic

• Strategic partner to the Project Executive Directors and other Project Leadership   

• Define and drive change within the Developer Experience and Community Success group; maintain project health            

• Provide leadership to multiple Program Managers across the Linux Foundation and its member companies.       

• Synthesize common themes from the Projects’ governing bodies and Membership, translating to an operational, results-driven plan ensuring forward momentum

• Anticipate, understand, and execute on strategic opportunities critical for Developer Experience and Community Success group success

• Prioritize/escalate operational and team needs (or concerns) to Executive/Governing Board level, or Linux Foundation as necessary

• Advise and drive adoption of Open Source, Developer Relations, modern enterprise DevSecOps, and Linux Foundation best practices

• Directly facilitate forward momentum of Governing Board towards overall Project vision, including managing discussions/expectations with individual Governing Board Members

Operational

• Be the Glue: center of activity, ensuring forward, timely momentum towards a strategic plan, increasing cross-functional collaboration, and monitoring/optimizing staffing/services mix; actively participate in new hire onboarding and training, including scheduled check-ins       

• Be the Generalist: ability to pinch hit on launching new initiatives during scale-out (or performing a wide range of functions due to temporary or permanent gaps), do what it takes to move the project forward       

• Be the Operational interface between the Project, the broader Linux Foundation, and Membership

• Be the Advocate – serve as mentor to Program Managers; provide contextual project background information for new hires and serve as subject matter expert resource; escalate issues requiring manager resolution, such as performance issues or unrealized project needs; identify and monitor OKRs to ensure staff success; provide feedback regarding performance reviews        

Tactical

• Back-end ops: work closely with the teams and toolstack that support Membership operations (CRM, legal documentation approvals, account assistance, etc.)

• Drive annual financial planning process, perform ongoing monitoring, and complete monthly audit in tandem with Finance

Qualifications

• 5 or more years proven experience in a similar role, running similar Open Source developer relations or community advocacy programs   

• Experience with technical projects, either as an engineer, a project manager, in the community or otherwise a plus       

• Strong program management skills

• Experience with bringing external and internal organizations and stakeholders into alignment.

• Ability to address complex and sensitive community topics with humility, judgment, tact and humor when necessary.

• Proficiency with developer tools such as DevSecOps platforms and intimate knowledge of the software development lifecycle.

• Familiarity with leading Open Source ecosystem players and technologies: Kubernetes, Cloud Native, Continuous integration, AI & Data, etc.

• The ability to work collaboratively across functions such as Marketing, Public Relations, Legal, Finance, etc.

• Outstanding written, verbal, and presentation communication skills

• The ability to work globally

Preferred

• Experience working with a distributed workforce and community, with an emphasis on async communication and collaboration

• Affinity to continuous improvement, to iteratively refine and streamline the team’s processes for efficiency

• Startup background a plus

This role will likely require air travel throughout the year.

This position is remote and is open to applicants who can work North America time-zone standard business hours. In order to be qualified for employment in this role.

The Linux Foundation is an all-remote-work organization that hires world-class talent. We are as passionate about providing a flexible and supportive work culture as we are about open-source software. Collaboration is in our DNA, and we pride ourselves on being able to work closely together while not being tied to an office. We offer exceptional benefits - e.g., top-of-the-line healthcare, unlimited PTO, Flex Fridays, and a 100% 401k match (up to the IRS-defined limit per year).

The Linux Foundation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and encourage anyone interested to apply! All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.