Embedded Linux Field Engineer

Canonical; Omaha (NE); Remote; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Embedded Linux Field Engineer to join their innovative team. This role offers the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology in sectors such as Automotive and Robotics. The ideal candidate will be a Linux expert with a strong background in OS internals and embedded systems. You will engage with clients, propose tailored solutions, and contribute to project delivery while enjoying a flexible, distributed work environment. With opportunities for travel and professional growth, this position is perfect for those looking to make a significant impact in the tech landscape.

Benefits

Personal development budgets

Competitive compensation

Benefits

Opportunities for travel

Professional growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Linux experts with proficiency in OS internals and low-level development.
• Experience with embedded Linux and programming in multiple languages.

Responsibilities

• Engaging with customers during presales and proposing solutions.
• Acting as a trusted advisor and participating in project delivery.

Skills

Embedded Linux

OS Internals

Containerization

System Debugging

Low-level Linux Development

Golang

Python

C

C++

Rust

Education

Bachelor's in Computer Science

Degree in related field

Tools

Yocto

Buildroot

Job description

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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, and industry leaders across sectors. We operate with a global distributed team of 1000+ colleagues in 70+ countries, with few office-based roles. Teams meet in person 2-4 times annually in interesting locations worldwide to align on strategy and execution.

We are hiring an Embedded Linux Field Engineer to expand our reach in industries like Automotive, Medical Devices, Industrial Systems, Robotics, and Telco, as well as Consumer Electronics. Ideal candidates are Linux experts, proficient in OS internals, containerization, system debugging, and low-level Linux development. Experience with embedded Linux (Yocto, Buildroot) or RTOS, and programming in Golang, Python, C, C++, or Rust is required. Candidates should have a degree in Computer Science or related field, excellent communication skills, and be willing to travel up to 30%.

Key responsibilities include engaging with customers during presales, explaining our technology, proposing solutions, participating in project delivery, conveying market requirements internally, and acting as a trusted advisor to customers.

We offer a distributed work environment, personal development budgets, competitive compensation, benefits, and opportunities for travel and professional growth.