Overview
Embedded Linux Field Engineer for Devices/IoT Canonical is a leading provider of open source software and operating systems to the general enterprise and technology markets. Our platform, Ubuntu, is widely used in enterprise initiatives such as public cloud, data science, AI, engineering innovation and IoT. We operate globally with 1000+ colleagues in 70+ countries and many roles are not office-based. Teams meet in person a few times per year to align on strategy and execution. We are hiring an Embedded Linux Field Engineer for Devices/IoT to expand our reach in mission-critical industries such as Automotive, Medical Devices, Industrial Systems, Robotics, and Telco, as well as Consumer Electronics. We seek candidates who are accomplished Linux professionals with strong coding/scripting skills, experience with OS distribution packaging, system debugging, and embedded software development methodologies. Responsibilities
Engage customers during presales to gather requirements and explain our technology Elaborate solutions to be proposed to prospective clients Participate in the delivery of select projects related to Embedded Linux Communicate market requirements to key stakeholders and contribute to the development or refinement of generic solutions to unlock market potential Act as a customer advocate and trusted advisor to Canonical Qualifications
Bachelors degree in Computer Science or related technical field Extensive Linux experience – Debian or Ubuntu preferred Distribution/Packaging experience (deb, rpm, ...) Solid embedded Linux experience (Yocto, Buildroot...) Fluency in at least one of Golang, Python, C, C++, or Rust Professional written and spoken English in addition to the local language Excellent communication and presentation skills Result-oriented, ability to multi-task A personal drive to meet commitments; humble learner and quick study Willingness to travel up to 30% for customer meetings, company events, and conferences For positions in Japan and Korea, ability to speak and write the local language at a professional level Additional Skills
Experience with customer engagements is a plus, but not required What we offer colleagues
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 Employee Assistance Programme Opportunities to travel to new locations to meet colleagues 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 publisher of Ubuntu, we support AI, IoT and the cloud. We recruit globally and maintain high standards for new colleagues. Most team members have worked from home since 2004. Working here challenges you to think differently, work smarter, and raise your game. Canonical is an equal opportunity employer We foster a workplace free from discrimination. Diversity of experience, perspectives, and background create a better work environment and better products. We will give every applicant fair consideration. Seniority level
Entry level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Engineering and Information Technology Industries
Software Development
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