About the Job:
Canonical is a leading provider of open-source software and operating systems, prominently known for its platform, Ubuntu, which is widely used in various enterprises focusing on public cloud, data science, AI, engineering innovation, and IoT. We cater to major public cloud and silicon providers, as well as service numerous industry leaders. The company embraces a culture of distributed collaboration, gathering teams in-person a few times a year to align on strategic initiatives.
We are seeking an Embedded Linux Field Engineering Manager to lead a team of Field engineers dedicated to Presales and Professional Services activities. This role will encompass solution architecture, design, and delivery for our customers, who require secure connected device solutions.
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Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and develop a team of Field engineers of varying experience levels
- Solve customer challenges by promoting Canonical’s technologies
- Coach and mentor team members, providing career development feedback
- Represent the team to stakeholders and customers, advocating for great engineering and organizational practices
- Plan and manage progress on goals and projects
Requirements:
- Exceptional academic track record with a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field
- Extensive experience with embedded Linux (Yocto or similar) and Linux distributions (Debian or Ubuntu preferred)
- Proficiency in at least one programming language (Golang, Python, C, C++, or Rust)
- Ability to manage a small team with proven customer engagement experience
- Fluency in professional written and spoken English
- Strong interpersonal skills, curiosity, flexibility, and accountability
- Result-oriented mindset with a personal drive to meet commitments
Desirable Traits:
- Experience with RTOS
- Knowledge of additional programming or spoken languages
- Previous experience in a remote-first, distributed work environment
What We Offer:
- Competitive compensation with an annual performance review
- Performance-driven annual bonus or commission
- Personal learning and development budget of USD 2,000 per year
- Distributed work environment with two annual in-person team sprints
- Annual holiday leave, maternity and paternity leave, and an Employee Assistance Programme
- Opportunities for travel and networking with colleagues globally
Location:
Riyadh, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia (Remote)
Work Conditions:
- Remote position
- Full-time
- Requires location in Americas, EMEA, or APAC to manage a regional team
About Canonical:
Canonical is at the forefront of the move to open-source software, publishing Ubuntu, a critical platform in AI, IoT, and cloud computing. Our vision embraces a diverse, inclusive workplace and seeks to offer every applicant fair consideration, fostering innovation through varied perspectives and backgrounds.
