About the Job:
Canonical is a leading provider of open source software and operating systems, best known for its platform, Ubuntu. We are a pioneer in global distributed collaboration, with a focus on breakthrough enterprise initiatives, including public cloud, data science, AI, engineering innovation, and IoT. We are hiring an Embedded Linux Field Engineering Manager to lead a regionally-focused team of Field Engineers in Presales and Professional Services activities. This role will involve assisting customers with solution architecture, design, and delivery.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and develop a team of Field Engineers in areas of Presales and Professional Services.
- Solve customer problems by promoting our technologies and being a trusted advisor.
- Coach, mentor, and provide career development feedback to team members.
- Identify and measure team health indicators.
- Implement disciplined engineering processes.
- Represent your team and product to stakeholders, partners, and customers.
- Plan and manage progress on agreed goals and projects.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related technical field.
- Exceptional academic track record from both high school and university.
- Extensive embedded Linux experience, preferably with Yocto or similar.
- Proficiency in Linux, with experience in Debian or Ubuntu preferred.
- Fluency in at least one programming language such as Golang, Python, C, C++, or Rust.
- Ability to manage a small team.
- Experience with customer engagements.
- Professional written and spoken English.
- Strong interpersonal skills and a result-oriented mindset.
Desirable Skills:
- Experience with RTOS.
- Proficiency in additional programming languages or human languages.
- Previous experience in a remote-first, diverse, distributed company.
Work Conditions:
- Remote role within one of the three Geographical areas: Americas, EMEA, or APAC.
- Distributed work environment with team sprints in person twice a year.
- Personal learning and development budget of USD 2,000 per year.
- Annual compensation review and a performance-driven bonus or commission.
What We Offer:
- Competitive compensation that considers geographical location, experience, and performance.
- Recognition rewards, annual holiday leave, maternity and paternity leave.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Opportunities for travel to meet colleagues from your team and others.
About Canonical:
Canonical is at the forefront of the global move to open source, driving innovations in software for AI, IoT, and cloud platforms. We value a diverse and inclusive workplace and are committed to fair consideration for all applicants.
