Embedded Linux Field Engineer

Canonical; Moncton; Remote; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Canonical, a leader in open source software, is seeking an Embedded Linux Field Engineer to enhance its presence in critical industries. This role involves engaging with clients, proposing solutions, and delivering projects. Candidates should have extensive Linux expertise and a passion for technology, along with strong communication skills.

Benefits

Learning budgets

Competitive compensation

Team sprints

Parental benefits

Travel opportunities

Qualifications

• Extensive Linux experience, preferably with Debian or Ubuntu.
• Proficiency in Golang, Python, C, C++, or Rust.
• Professional fluency in English and local language.

Responsibilities

• Engage with customers to gather requirements and explain technology.
• Propose solutions to prospective clients.
• Participate in delivery of Embedded Linux projects.

Skills

Embedded Linux

Linux

Containerization

System Debugging

Golang

Python

C

C++

Rust

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Yocto

Buildroot

RTOS

Job description

Job Description

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 enterprise initiatives such as public cloud, data science, AI, engineering innovation, and IoT. Our customers include top public cloud and silicon providers, along with industry leaders across various sectors. The company is founder-led, profitable, and growing.

We are hiring Embedded Linux Field Engineer to expand our reach in mission-critical industries like Automotive, Medical Devices, Industrial Systems, Robotics, and Telco, as well as Consumer Electronics. We seek candidates who are accomplished Linux experts, passionate about Linux, proficient with containerization, system debugging, and related skills.

The server edition of Ubuntu is extensively used in connected devices and industrial PCs. Our newer IoT edition, Ubuntu Core, emphasizes security and resilience for high-end appliances. Our clients include global brands in electronics, automotive, and robotics. We are expanding our offerings to enhance security, management, and developer experience for small Linux environments and devices, including recent additions like real-time Linux capabilities.

This role requires a unique skill set: deep Linux knowledge, coding and scripting proficiency, experience with low-level Linux boot, BIOS, firmware, embedded software development, and adaptability to diverse client engagements. Successful candidates are business-focused, collaborative, and pride themselves on delivering excellent solutions.

Daily Responsibilities

1. Engage with customers during presales to gather requirements and explain our technology.
2. Propose solutions to prospective clients.
3. Participate in the delivery of select Embedded Linux projects.
4. Relay market requirements within our organization and contribute to developing solutions.
5. Act as a customer advocate and trusted advisor to Canonical.

Candidate Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field.
• Extensive Linux experience, preferably with Debian or Ubuntu.
• Solid experience with embedded Linux (Yocto, Buildroot) or RTOS.
• Proficiency in Golang, Python, C, C++, or Rust.
• Professional fluency in English and the local language.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Result-oriented with multitasking ability.
• Strong commitment to meeting deadlines.
• Quick learner with humility.
• Willingness to travel up to 30% for client meetings, events, and conferences.
• Ability to speak and write professional Chinese.

Additional Skills (Optional)

• Experience in customer engagement is a plus.

What We Offer

We provide a distributed work environment, learning budgets, competitive compensation, and numerous benefits, including team sprints, development budgets, recognition rewards, leaves, parental benefits, support programs, travel opportunities, and more.

About Canonical

Canonical pioneers open source innovation, publishing Ubuntu, a key platform for AI, IoT, and cloud solutions. We hire globally, uphold high standards, and foster a remote-first culture since 2004. Working here challenges you to think differently and grow professionally.

Equal Opportunity Statement

We are committed to diversity and inclusion, ensuring fair consideration for all applicants regardless of background or identity.