Descripción de la oferta
Embedded Linux Field Engineer – 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 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. With 1000+ colleagues in 70+ countries, Canonical pioneers global distributed collaboration and offers a largely remote work model with occasional in‑person meetings.
This career opportunity requires a unique blend of skills. Successful candidates will have deep knowledge of Linux, be proficient coders and scripters, and possess experience with low‑level Linux boot, BIOS, EFI, Secure Boot, firmware, OS distribution packaging and embedded software development methodologies. They thrive on the pace of change, enjoy diverse client engagements, and are dedicated team players who take pride in both individual and company wins.
Responsibilities
Engage customers during presales to gather requirements and explain our technology
Develop solution proposals for prospective clients
Participate in the delivery of select Embedded Linux projects
Convey market requirements to key stakeholders and help refine generic solutions to unlock market potential
Act as both a customer advocate and a trusted advisor to Canonical
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related technical field
Extensive Linux experience – Debian or Ubuntu preferred
Distribution and 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, plus local language proficiency if required
Excellent communication and presentation skills
Result‑oriented and able to multitask
Strong personal drive to meet commitments
Humble learner and quick study
Willingness to travel up to 30% of the time for customer meetings, company events, and conferences
For Japan and Korea locations, professional proficiency in the local language is required
Additional Skills That You Might Also Bring
Experience with customer engagements (a plus, but not required)
Benefits
Distributed work environment with twice‑yearly in‑person team sprints
Personal learning and development budget of USD 2,000 per year
Annual compensation review and performance‑driven bonus or commission
Recognition rewards and annual holiday leave
Maternity and paternity leave
Employee Assistance Programme
Opportunities 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 shift to open source. As the publisher of Ubuntu—one of the most important open source projects and a platform for AI, IoT, and cloud—Canonical drives innovation in software. We recruit on a global basis and maintain high standards for excellence.
Equal Opportunity Employer
We 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.
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