Embedded Linux Field Engineer for Devices/IoT

Embedded Linux Field Engineer for Devices/IoT

Canonical is a leading provider of open source software and operating systems to the global enterprise and technology markets. Our platform, Ubuntu, is widely used in enterprise initiatives such as public cloud, data science, AI, engineering innovation and IoT. Our customers include leading public cloud and silicon providers, and industry leaders in many sectors. The company emphasizes global distributed collaboration, with 1000+ colleagues in 70+ countries and few office-based roles; teams meet two to four times yearly in person to align on strategy and execution.

Role overview

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 proficient Linux professionals with experience in distribution packaging, software design, system debugging, and bringing customer ideas to life. This may be an uniquely exciting opportunity for you.

The server edition of Ubuntu is widely used in connected devices and industrial PCs. Our IoT edition, Ubuntu Core, represents the state of the art in security and resilience for high-end appliances and equipment. We serve global brands in consumer and industrial electronics, automotive and robotics. We continue to expand our offerings to bring security, management and developer experience to small Linux environments and devices. We have added real-time Linux capabilities and are pursuing certifications for these offerings. Our portfolio is Linux reinvented for reliability, security, developer productivity and footprint.

What your day will look like

• 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
• Convey market requirements to key stakeholders and contribute to the development or refinement of generic solutions to unlock market potential
• Be both a customer advocate and a trusted advisor to Canonical

What we are looking for in you

• Bachelors degree in Computer Science or related technical field
• Extensive Linux experience — Debian or Ubuntu preferred
• Distribution/Packaging experience (deb, rpm, etc.)
• Solid embedded Linux experience (Yocto, Buildroot, etc.)
• 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, able to multi-task
• A personal drive to meet commitments
• An humble learner and quick study
• Willingness to travel up to 30% of the time for customer meetings, company events, and conferences
• For positions in Japan and Korea, the ability to speak and write the local language at a professional level

Additional Skills That You Might Also Bring

• Experience with customer engagements is a plus, but not a requirement

What we offer colleagues

We shape compensation based on location, experience, and performance. In addition to base pay, we offer a performance-driven annual bonus or commission, and a range of benefits reflecting our values. Compensation is reviewed regularly to recognize outstanding performance.

• 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
• 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 behind Ubuntu, we enable AI, IoT and the cloud. We recruit on a global basis and maintain high standards for new hires. Most colleagues have worked from home since 2004. Working here challenges 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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