Embedded Linux Field Engineer Devices​/IoT

Overview 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 public cloud, data science, AI, engineering innovation and IoT. Our customers include leading public cloud and silicon providers, and industry leaders in many sectors. We are a globally distributed company with 1000+ colleagues in 70+ countries and few office-based roles.

Teams meet 2–4 times yearly in person to align on strategy and execution.

Role
Embedded Linux Field Engineer for Devices/IoT – to expand our reach in mission-critical industries such as Automotive, Medical Devices, Industrial Systems, Robotics, Telco and Consumer Electronics. We seek engineers who are proficient with Linux, distribution packaging, software design, system debugging, and bringing customer ideas to life.

Our server edition of Ubuntu and Ubuntu Core for IoT power a wide range of devices. We are expanding our offerings with real-time Linux and upcoming certifications to improve security, management, and developer productivity for small Linux environments.

The role requires a unique blend of skills: strong Linux expertise, coding/scripting ability, experience with low-level Linux boot, BIOS, EFI, Secure Boot, firmware, OS distribution packaging, and embedded software development methodologies. You will work in a fast-paced environment with driven technology entrepreneurs and act as a customer advocate and trusted advisor.

Field engineers are expected to travel up to 30% for customer meetings, company events, and conferences. For Japan and Korea, professional-level local language skills may be required.

• Engage customers during presales to gather requirements and explain Canonical technology
• Develop and propose solutions to prospective clients
• Participate in delivery of select projects related to Embedded Linux
• Convey market requirements to stakeholders and help refine generic solutions to unlock market potential
• Act as customer advocate and trusted advisor to Canonical

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a 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 local language
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Result-oriented, able to multi-task
• Personal drive to meet commitments; fast, humble learner
• Willingness to travel up to 30% for customer meetings and events
• For Japan/Korea, professional-level local language skills

• Experience with customer engagements is a plus

• 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-based rewards
• Comprehensive benefits reflecting company values
• Annual holiday leave and maternity/paternity leave
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Travel opportunities to meet colleagues
• Travel upgrades for long-haul company events

Canonical is at the forefront of the global move to open source. We publish Ubuntu and support AI, IoT and cloud platforms. We recruit globally and maintain high standards for new joiners. Most colleagues have worked from home since 2004.

Canonical is an equal opportunity employer

We foster a workplace free from discrimination. We consider all applications fairly regardless of identity or background.

• Seniority level:
  Entry level
• Employment type:
  
  Full-time
• Job function:
  Engineering and Information Technology
• Industries:
  Software Development