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Project Manager - Translation & Linguistic Services

Job Description ATLAS is seeking an experienced and operationally agile Project Manager to lead the execution of Translation and Linguistic Services (TLS) in support of the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) deployed to the Middle East. Based primarily in Kuwait with oversight of linguist teams in Jordan, the PM will be responsible for ensuring all aspects of contract implementation meet or exceed mission and performance standards.

This role serves as the central point of contact between the Contractor, NATO's support agency (NSPA), and the CAF. It requires a decisive, organized, and mission-aligned leader capable of driving high-performance operations in multilingual, multi-location environments. Responsibilities Serve as the Contractor's Single Point of Contact (SPOC) for all locations and operational matters. Represent the Contractor in all day-to-day activities, including meetings, reporting, and audits. Ensure the delivery of all contract services per the Statement of Work. Maintain 24/7 availability for coordination and operational oversight. Lead and supervise linguist teams across Kuwait and Jordan. Support operational tasking, deployment planning, and surge requirements. Coordinate with NSPA and CAF to resolve any service delivery issues. Ensure timely submission of all reports and deliverables, including KPIs. Uphold contract compliance with safety, quality, security, and personnel standards. Qualifications Required U.S. or Canadian citizenship. Hold at a minimum, an active Secret Security Clearance. Proven experience in the management of similar projects. Ability to speak, read, and write English at a TOEIC level between 785-940 or equivalent (ILR 3+). Willing to deploy to Kuwait and/or Jordan. Desired Ability to speak Arabic (Standard or Golf dialect). Experience managing linguist or translation service programs. Familiarity with NATO, NSPA, or Canadian Armed Forces operational environments. PMP or PgMP Certification. Apply Now

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System Software Engineer - Python interpreter, tooling, and ecosystem

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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 are hiring a System Software Engineer for Python interpreter, tooling, and ecosystem

We are building a new team to focus on the Python programming language and its ecosystem on Ubuntu. They will deliver the best possible Python runtime, developer experience and supporting tooling in Ubuntu. We are keen to ensure that the cutting edge of modern programming languages innovation is available to Ubuntu users, to lay the foundation for future inventions and open source communities.

This is an exciting opportunity for a software engineer passionate about open source software, Linux systems, software architectures and Python programming language. Come build a rewarding, meaningful career working with the best and brightest people in technology at Canonical, a growing international software company and make Ubuntu the best operating system to develop and run Python applications in the cloud, in datacenters, in containers, directly on the operating system, and anywhere Ubuntu can run.

The Ubuntu Foundations Team delivers the core Ubuntu system, the base for the entire Ubuntu family of products and services. Ubuntu strives to deliver the latest-best free software components, in an easy to use and highly reliable form. We build on the technical excellence of Debian and bring additional focus and shape to the solutions we offer the industry.

Part of the Ubuntu Foundations team, you will work on some of the most critical toolchains involved in the making of Ubuntu but also pillars of the modern software ecosystem. You will leverage your experience and passion in Python to make Ubuntu the best platform to develop, distribute and consume software built with Python. Applicants will be passionate about the future of Python, of Ubuntu, mindful of the dynamics of the open-source ecosystem, and equally aware of the needs of large but innovative organizations. Applicants will drive best in class integration in Ubuntu from desktop to cloud in a secure, reliable, performing, efficient and future-proof fashion.

You will be discussing design with other team members and mentor less senior engineers and participate in code reviews and design reviews. You will also be working with other teams to ensure architecture decisions improve the overall performance and experience of Ubuntu. Your role as part of the Ubuntu Foundations team will have an impact on every aspect of Ubuntu from Desktop, Server, Ubuntu Core and also cloud images.

Location: This role will be based remotely in the EMEA region

The role entails

• Collaborate proactively with a distributed team
• Select, integrate and package best-of-breed tooling with Ubuntu to improve developer and operator experience with Python
• Write high-quality code to create new features
• Debug issues and produce high-quality code to fix them
• Review code produced by other engineers
• Discuss ideas and collaborate on finding good solutions
• Work from home with global travel 2 to 4 weeks a year for internal and external events
  
  

Who you are

• You have relevant Python experience, ideally in the world of cloud-native software and Linux
• You have experience or are interested in learning how to package software for Debian and Ubuntu
• You are a long-time Linux user
• Exceptional academic track record from both high school and university
• Undergraduate degree in a technical subject or a compelling narrative about your alternative chosen path
• You love technology and working with brilliant people
• You are passionate, curious, flexible, articulate, and accountable
• You value soft skills and are passionate, enterprising, thoughtful, and self-motivated
• Ability to travel internationally twice a year for company events up to two weeks long
  
  

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.

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• Employment type Full-time

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• Job function Engineering and Information Technology
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System Software Engineer - Python interpreter, tooling, and ecosystem

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Canonical Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. 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 are hiring a

System Software Engineer for Python interpreter, tooling, and ecosystem

We are building a new team to focus on the Python programming language and its ecosystem on Ubuntu. They will deliver the best possible Python runtime, developer experience and supporting tooling in Ubuntu. We are keen to ensure that the cutting edge of modern programming languages innovation is available to Ubuntu users, to lay the foundation for future inventions and open source communities.

This is an exciting opportunity for a software engineer passionate about open source software, Linux systems, software architectures and Python programming language. Come build a rewarding, meaningful career working with the best and brightest people in technology at Canonical, a growing international software company and make Ubuntu the best operating system to develop and run Python applications in the cloud, in datacenters, in containers, directly on the operating system, and anywhere Ubuntu can run.

The Ubuntu Foundations Team delivers the core Ubuntu system, the base for the entire Ubuntu family of products and services. Ubuntu strives to deliver the latest-best free software components, in an easy to use and highly reliable form. We build on the technical excellence of Debian and bring additional focus and shape to the solutions we offer the industry.

Part of the Ubuntu Foundations team, you will work on some of the most critical toolchains involved in the making of Ubuntu but also pillars of the modern software ecosystem. You will leverage your experience and passion in Python to make Ubuntu the best platform to develop, distribute and consume software built with Python. Applicants will be passionate about the future of Python, of Ubuntu, mindful of the dynamics of the open-source ecosystem, and equally aware of the needs of large but innovative organizations. Applicants will drive best in class integration in Ubuntu from desktop to cloud in a secure, reliable, performing, efficient and future-proof fashion.

You will be discussing design with other team members and mentor less senior engineers and participate in code reviews and design reviews. You will also be working with other teams to ensure architecture decisions improve the overall performance and experience of Ubuntu. Your role as part of the Ubuntu Foundations team will have an impact on every aspect of Ubuntu from Desktop, Server, Ubuntu Core and also cloud images.

Location:

This role will be based remotely in the EMEA region

The role entails

Collaborate proactively with a distributed team Select, integrate and package best-of-breed tooling with Ubuntu to improve developer and operator experience with Python Write high-quality code to create new features Debug issues and produce high-quality code to fix them Review code produced by other engineers Discuss ideas and collaborate on finding good solutions Work from home with global travel 2 to 4 weeks a year for internal and external events

Who you are

You have relevant Python experience, ideally in the world of cloud-native software and Linux You have experience or are interested in learning how to package software for Debian and Ubuntu You are a long-time Linux user Exceptional academic track record from both high school and university Undergraduate degree in a technical subject or a compelling narrative about your alternative chosen path You love technology and working with brilliant people You are passionate, curious, flexible, articulate, and accountable You value soft skills and are passionate, enterprising, thoughtful, and self-motivated Ability to travel internationally twice a year for company events up to two weeks long

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.

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Malayalam Linguist II - Malayalam Speaking and Reading Interpreter / Translator

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Job Overview

Note: There is currently no open position. Applications will be considered on an as-needed basis for future opportunities.

Amentum seeks linguists with excellent English skills to support our global team and mission success. We are looking for dedicated professionals in various languages/dialects to assist our intelligence community customer OCONUS, supporting U.S. military operations in Kuwait as Subject Matter Experts (SMEs). Linguists will provide language services, cultural insights, and understanding of regional historical, political, sociological, and economic trends to senior leadership.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide operational contract linguist support for military operations, including interpreting during interviews, meetings, and conferences
• Transcribe and analyze verbal communications
• Research and analyze foreign language documents for key information
• Deliver translation and interpretation services for Malayalam

Job Requirements

• U.S. citizenship required
• Excellent command of Malayalam & English; ILR proficiency level 3 in Malayalam and 2+ in English
• Current U.S. passport or ability to obtain one
• Willing to obtain/maintain an active Secret clearance
• Willing to work in Kuwait
• Flexible to work shifts and extended hours for 24/7 operations
• Familiarity with and ability to adhere to local culture and customs
• Must undergo medical examination

Additional Information

Amentum is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide employment opportunities without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender, national origin, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, family structure, medical condition, disability, or other protected categories under law.

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Job Description
**PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT THERE IS NOT A CURRENT POSITION AVAILABLE. APPLICATIONS WILL BE PROCESSED ON AN AS NEEDED BASIS FOR FUTURE POSITIONS.**
Amentum is seeking linguists with excellent English skills to grow our talented and diverse team globally towards our mission's success. We are looking for dedicated linguist professionals in a variety of languages/dialects to support our intelligence community customer OCONUS. Linguists will support U.S. military operations in Kuwait as Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) in an assigned area of responsibility. Linguists will contribute an assortment of language services and will be responsible for providing cultural perspective and understanding of the region's historical, political, sociological, and economic trends to select members of the senior leadership staff.
**Principal Responsibilities:**
+ Provide operational contract linguist support for military operations and interpret during interviews, meeting, and conferences
+ Transcribe and analyze verbal communications
+ Scan, research, and analyze foreign language documents for key information
+ Supply a variety of translation and interpretation services for Malayalam
Job Requirements:
+ Must be a U.S. citizen.
+ Must possess excellent command of Malayalam & English verbal skills; Interagency Language Roundtable (ILR) proficiency level 3 in target language and proficiency level 2+ in English based on oral and written language skills examination
+ Must hold a current U.S. passport. (Or apply as soon as accepted into the program).
+ Must be willing to obtain/maintain an active Secret clearance for access to classified information.
+ Must be willing to work in Kuwait
+ Must be willing to work shifts and extended hours in support of 24 x 7 operations.
+ Must have familiarity with and ability to conduct oneself in accordance with the local culture and customs.
+ Must undergo medical examination
Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender, national origin, age, United States military veteran's status, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, family structure, medical condition including genetic characteristics or information, veteran status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. Learn more about your rights under Federal EEO laws and supplemental language at EEO including Disability/Protected Veterans ( and Labor Laws Posters ( .

Malayalam Linguist II - Malayalam Speaking and Reading Interpreter / Translator

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Amentum Job Overview

Note: There is currently no open position. Applications will be considered on an as-needed basis for future opportunities. Amentum seeks linguists with excellent English skills to support our global team and mission success. We are looking for dedicated professionals in various languages/dialects to assist our intelligence community customer OCONUS, supporting U.S. military operations in Kuwait as Subject Matter Experts (SMEs). Linguists will provide language services, cultural insights, and understanding of regional historical, political, sociological, and economic trends to senior leadership. Key Responsibilities

Provide operational contract linguist support for military operations, including interpreting during interviews, meetings, and conferences Transcribe and analyze verbal communications Research and analyze foreign language documents for key information Deliver translation and interpretation services for Malayalam Job Requirements

U.S. citizenship required Excellent command of Malayalam & English; ILR proficiency level 3 in Malayalam and 2+ in English Current U.S. passport or ability to obtain one Willing to obtain/maintain an active Secret clearance Willing to work in Kuwait Flexible to work shifts and extended hours for 24/7 operations Familiarity with and ability to adhere to local culture and customs Must undergo medical examination Additional Information

Amentum is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide employment opportunities without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender, national origin, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, family structure, medical condition, disability, or other protected categories under law.

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