Embedded Linux Field Engineering Manager

Embedded Linux Field Engineering Manager (Americas only) 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 breakthrough enterprise initiatives such as public cloud, data science, AI, engineering innovation and IoT. We partner with the world’s leading public cloud and silicon providers, and industry leaders in many sectors. With over 1200 colleagues in 75+ countries, we rely on remote collaboration, meeting in person twice‑to‑four times a year in interesting locations worldwide. We are hiring an Embedded Linux Field Engineering Manager to lead a region‑focused team of Field engineers in Presales and Professional Services activities. You will help customers with solution architecture, design, and delivery, providing trusted technical guidance and ensuring successful outcomes. Location: Remote – you must be located in one of the three geo‑regions (Americas, EMEA or APAC) to manage that specific team. Our Internet of Things mission is to enable companies to build secure connected fleets. Canonical provides the base Ubuntu OS and kernel with secure update and management mechanisms. Our customers create mission‑critical control systems, gateways and appliances that must meet stringent quality and security requirements, and we aim to bring this level of security to the wider consumer electronics and device market. Field Engineers are thought leaders who solve hard problems, take a hands‑on approach to embedded Linux strategy and delivery, and help customers achieve ambitious technical and business goals. They also develop teammates, deepening their technology expertise, time‑management skills, and customer‑business thinking for continuous improvement and personal development. Responsibilities Lead and develop a team of Field engineers, from graduate to senior, in Presales and Professional Services. Solve customer problems by promoting our technologies and serving as a trusted advisor. Work remotely in a single major time zone. Coach, mentor, and provide career‑development feedback. Identify and track team health indicators. Implement disciplined engineering processes. Represent your team and product to stakeholders, partners, and customers. Develop and evangelise stellar engineering and organisational practices. Plan and manage progress on agreed goals and projects. Be an active part of the leadership team, collaborating with other leaders. Qualifications Exceptional academic record from high school and university. Bachelors degree in Computer Science or related technical field. Extensive embedded Linux experience (Yocto or other). Extensive Linux experience – Debian or Ubuntu preferred. Fluency in at least one of Golang, Python, C, C++, or Rust. Ability to manage a small team. Experience with customer engagements. Professional written and spoken English. Excellent interpersonal skills, curiosity, flexibility, and accountability. Result‑oriented with a personal drive to meet commitments. Ability to communicate the business benefits of technology. Humble learner and quick study. Other Desired Traits RTOS experience. Additional programming languages. Experience working in a remote‑first, diverse, distributed company. What We Offer You 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 publisher of Ubuntu, one of the most influential open source projects and the platform for AI, IoT and cloud, we are changing the world of software. We recruit globally and set a high standard for joining the company, aiming for excellence. Most colleagues work from home since our inception in 2004 – a forward‑looking environment that challenges you to think differently, work smarter, 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 creates a better work environment and better products. Whatever your identity, we will give your application fair consideration. #J-18808-Ljbffr