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I'm a technical leader and software engineer working for [Canonical](https://canonical.com) as VP
Engineering.

At work my primary focus is leading the development of [Juju](https://juju.is) and the ecosystem of
[charms](https://charmhub.io), but my activities extend into leadership development and product
strategy.
At work my primary focus is leading the development of [Ubuntu](https://ubuntu.com) and
[Juju](https://juju.is), but my activities extend into leadership development and product
strategy across the board.

In my own time, I'm a keen open source software advocate with long history of tinkering with the
Linux desktop. I'm an insufferable petrolhead and a self-professed connoisseur of mountain bikes,
coffee, cocktails and Mexican food.
coffee, and Mexican food.

I live with my wife and son in Bristol, UK.
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#### VP Engineering <span style="color:#999; margin-left: 10px; font-weight: 400;">May 21 - Present</span>

As VP Engineering (Enterprise Solutions), I lead the development of [Juju] and the ecosystem of
[charms] that deliver an enterprise-grade data platform, observability platform, machine learning
operations platform and more. I also lead the Starcraft team, responsible for the delivery of
Canonical's "craft" tooling (snapcraft, charmcraft, rockcraft, etc.).
In January 2025, I was appointed the VP Engineering for [Ubuntu] at [Canonical], assuming
leadership of the Ubuntu Desktop, Server and Foundations teams. I wrote about this appointment and
my thoughts on it in [Engineering Ubuntu For The Next 20 Years].

My technical reach extends beyond my own projects as a trusted advisor to those my junior and
senior. I'm frequently involved in engineering decisions behind Ubuntu, LXD, MAAS, Multipass and
Canonical Kubernetes.
Prior to that, I was VP Engineering for Charm Engineering, leading the development of [Juju] and
the ecosystem of [charms] that deliver an enterprise-grade data platform, observability platform,
machine learning operations platform and more. I also lead the Starcraft team, responsible for the
delivery of Canonical's "craft" tooling (snapcraft, charmcraft, rockcraft, etc.).

My reach extends beyond my own projects as a trusted advisor to those my junior and
senior. I'm frequently involved in engineering decisions behind snapd, LXD, MAAS, Multipass and
Canonical Kubernetes. I'm also frequntly sought out as a mentor or coach for ICs and managers alike.

My day-to-day focus is on the development of the directors, managers and senior ICs in my
organisation that enables them to move confidently and autonomously. I have grown the organisation
from around 25 to almost 100 in a little over two years, while maintaining high engagement across
the board.
organisation that enables them to move confidently and autonomously. I grew Charm Engineering from
around 25 to over 100 in three years, maintaining high engagement across the board.

Outside of my product engineering responsibilities, I authored and rolled out a new employee
levelling framework and promotion process company wide throughout 2023.

I conceived and authored the Canonical Leadership Academy - a six-month course comprising a
handbook, weekly Google Meet seminars and a workbook aimed at developing leaders across the company
to drive their teams more effectively and sustainably. The first cohort began in Nov 2023.
to drive their teams more effectively and sustainably. The first cohort began in Nov 2023, and
repeats every six months.

#### Product Lead <span style="color:#999; margin-left: 10px; font-weight: 400;">Mar 21 - May 21</span>

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[MWR InfoSecurity]: https://www.linkedin.com/company/mwr-infosecurity
[ISC2]: https://www.isc2.org/certifications/cissp
[IET]: https://www.theiet.org/career/professional-registration/chartered-engineer/
[Ubuntu]: https://ubuntu.com
[Engineering Ubuntu For The Next 20 Years]: https://jnsgr.uk/2025/02/engineering-ubuntu-for-the-next-20-years/

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