IoT Field Engineering Leader - Remote-First Linux Expert

Jobgether

United Arab Emirates

On-site

AED 240,000 - 360,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Remote-first environment

Learning budget

Travel opportunities

Annual compensation review

Bonus/commission

Wellness platform

Team events

Maternity and paternity leave

Priority Pass and travel upgrades

Diverse international environment

Job summary

Jobgether in United Arab Emirates is seeking a Devices & IoT Field Engineering Manager to lead a regional team of Field Engineers, support presales, solution architecture and professional services. This leadership role blends hands-on Linux, embedded systems, IoT and edge computing with people management, customer engagement and strategic product input.

The ideal candidate has strong Linux expertise and enjoys turning complex technology into measurable business value.

Qualifications

Extensive experience with embedded Linux, including Yocto or comparable embedded Linux technologies.
Strong Linux expertise, with experience in Debian or Ubuntu considered an advantage.
Previous experience managing or leading a small engineering or technical team.
Demonstrated experience working directly with customers in technical, consulting, presales, professional services, or similar environments.
Ability to explain complex technical concepts and clearly communicate the business benefits of technology.
Strong understanding of connected devices, IoT, edge computing, and the technical challenges associated with building secure and reliable device fleets.
Excellent written and spoken English communication skills.
Strong interpersonal skills, curiosity, adaptability, accountability, and a collaborative mindset.

Responsibilities

Lead, develop, and support a team of Field Engineers ranging from graduate to senior level, with responsibility for presales and professional services activities.
Set team objectives, plan priorities, and drive progress against agreed goals, projects, and business commitments.
Partner with leadership to shape team strategy, execution, and organizational priorities.
Champion engineering excellence, disciplined processes, and effective organizational practices across the team.
Coach and mentor engineers, providing regular feedback and supporting technical and career development.
Act as a trusted technical advisor to customers, helping them solve complex problems and understand the value of modern Linux and IoT technologies.
Represent the team and its products to customers, partners, stakeholders, and internal teams.
Monitor team health indicators and continuously improve team effectiveness, collaboration, and performance.
Provide market and customer feedback to Product and Engineering teams, helping influence future product direction.
Work primarily within a single major time zone while collaborating effectively with globally distributed teams.
Support international travel for company events and customer engagements as required.