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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Embedded Linux Field Engineer for Devices/IoT - **Company:** Canonical - **Location:** United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Temporary contract - **Skills:** C (Programming Language), BIOS, UClibc (C Standard Library), C++ (Programming Language), Ubuntu (Operating System), Debian Linux, Software Debugging, Linux, Linux on Embedded Systems, Embedded Software, Firmware, Python (Programming Language), Software Engineering, Extensible Firmware Interface, Yocto, Information Technology, U-Boot, Industrial Software, Golang - **Published:** July 29, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.workingnomads.com/job/go/1758217/ ## About the Role We are hiring an Embedded Linux Field Engineer for Devices/IoT to expand our reach in mission-critical industries such as Automotive, Medical Devices, Industrial Systems, Robotics, and Telco, as well as Consumer Electronics. We are looking for candidates who are accomplished Linux plumbers. If you are someone passionate about Linux, who knows the plumbing of the OS inside and out, who is proficient with distribution packaging, software design, system debugging, and bringing customer's ideas to life, then please keep on reading - this may be a uniquely exciting opportunity for you., This career opportunity requires a unique blend of skills. Successful candidates will know Linux well and be proficient coders and scripters. They will have experience of low-level Linux boot, BIOS, EFI, Secure Boot, firmware, OS Distribution packaging and generally speaking embedded software development methodologies. They also enjoy the pace of change and diversity of client engagements with driven and ambitious technology entrepreneurs. Competitive, business-focused technologists at heart, they are also dedicated team players that take pride in team and company wins., * Bachelors degree in Computer Science or related technical field * Extensive Linux experience - Debian or Ubuntu preferred * Distribution / Packaging experience (deb, rpm, ...) * Solid embedded Linux experience (Yocto, Buildroot...) * Fluency in at least one of Golang, Python, C, C++, or Rust * Professional written and spoken English in addition to the local language * Excellent communication and presentation skills * Result-oriented, ability to multi-task * A personal drive to meet commitments * An humble learner and quick study * Albeit many projects can be done remotely, the successful candidate will be willing to travel up to 30% of the time for customer meetings, company events, and conferences * For positions in Japan and Korea, the successful candidates will also be able to speak and write the local language at a professional level., * Experience with customer engagements a plus, but not a requirement ## Description * Engage customers during presales to gather requirements and explain our technology * Elaborate solutions to be proposed to prospective clients * Participate to the delivery of select projects related to Embedded Linux * Convey market requirements to key stakeholders in our organization, and sometimes participate to the development or refining of generic solutions to unlock market potential * Be both a customer advocate and a trusted advisor to Canonical, We consider geographical location, experience, and performance in shaping compensation worldwide. We revisit compensation annually (and more often for graduates and associates) to ensure we recognise outstanding performance. In addition to base pay, we offer a performance-driven annual bonus or commission. We provide all team members with additional benefits, which reflect our values and ideals. We balance our programs to meet local needs and ensure fairness globally. * Distributed work environment with twice-yearly team sprints in person * Personal learning and development budget of USD 2,000 per year * Annual compensation review * Recognition rewards * Annual holiday leave * Maternity and paternity leave * Employee Assistance Programme * Opportunity to travel to new locations to meet colleagues * Priority Pass, and travel upgrades for long haul company events ## Related Videos - [The best of two worlds - Bringing enterprise-grade Linux to the vehicle](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/67-the-best-of-two-worlds-bringing-enterprise-grade-linux-to-the-vehicle) - [10M Data Records Lost, Underwater Computing, and Psychedelic Fish - Matthias Geniar](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1908-10m-data-records-lost-underwater-computing-and-psychedelic-fish-matthias-geniar) - [Docker network without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1418-docker-network-without-docker) - [Simplifying edge app delivery: one workflow, thousands of devices](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1608-simplifying-edge-app-delivery-one-workflow-thousands-of-devices) - [Unleashing the Full Potential of the Arm Architecture – Write Once, Deploy Anywhere](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/940-unleashing-the-full-potential-of-the-arm-architecture-write-once-deploy-anywhere) - [How to Submit CFPs and Get into Public Speaking - Moran Weber](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2112-how-to-submit-cfps-and-get-into-public-speaking-moran-weber) ## Related Articles - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [Where To Find Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/396-where-to-find-software-engineering-jobs) - [Where to Find Entry-Level Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/397-where-to-find-entry-level-software-engineering-jobs) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [Find a Developer Job: 12 Best Job Sites For Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/165-find-a-developer-job-12-best-job-sites-for-developers) - [Best Countries for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/267-best-countries-for-software-engineers)