Job Title: Embedded Linux Field Engineer
Canonical is a leading provider of open source software and operating systems to the global enterprise and technology markets. Our platform, Ubuntu, is very widely used in breakthrough enterprise initiatives such as public cloud, data science, AI, engineering innovation, and IoT.
The company operates on a distributed collaboration model with 1200+ colleagues in 75+ countries and few office-based roles. Teams meet two to four times yearly in person, in interesting locations around the world, to align on strategy and execution.
We are hiring a Mandarin Speaking 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.
This role requires a unique blend of technical skills and business acumen. Successful candidates will be proficient in low-level Linux boot, BIOS, firmware and embedded software development methodologies.
Key Responsibilities:
* Engage customers during presales to gather requirements and explain our technology Elaborate solutions to be proposed to prospective clients Participate to the delivery of select projects related to Embedded Linux Convey market requirements to key stakeholders in our organization, and sometimes participate to the development or refining of generic solutions to unlock market potential Be both a customer advocate and a trusted advisor to Canonical
Requirements:
* 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 An humble learner and quick study
Benefits:
* Distributed work environment with twice-yearly team sprints in person Personal learning and development budget of USD 2000 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