# Embedded Linux Field Engineering Manager (Americas only) Remote from[USA](https://jobicy.com/job-region/usa.md), [Canada](https://jobicy.com/job-region/canada.md) +1 more, [LATAM](https://jobicy.com/job-region/latam.md)Annual salary Undisclosed Salary information is not provided for this position. Check our [Salary Directory](https://jobicy.com/salaries.md) to estimate the average compensation for similar roles.Department [Product & Operations](https://jobicy.com/categories/management.md) Employment type Full Time, Job posted21 Jul 2026Apply before21 Aug 2026Experience level Midweight Views / Applies 262 / 21 [About company](https://jobicy.com/company/canonical-ltd.md) * Share About [Canonical Ltd.](https://jobicy.com/company/canonical-ltd.md) Trusted open source for enterprises [Computer Software](https://jobicy.com/company-category/software.md) * 2004 Actively Hiring Verified job posting This job post has been [manually reviewed](https://jobicy.com/tools/help-center/employee/how-does-jobicy-verify-the-legitimacy-of-remote-job-listings.md) for authenticity and compliance. ### AI Summary Canonical is seeking an Embedded Linux Field Engineering Manager to lead a remote team in the Americas, responsible for presales and professional services activities. The role involves managing a team of field engineers, solving customer problems with embedded Linux solutions, and driving engineering excellence. The ideal candidate has extensive Linux and embedded experience, strong leadership skills, and a technical background in languages like Go, Python, or C++. This position offers the opportunity to work with cutting-edge IoT and edge computing technologies in a globally distributed, founder-led company. ### Role DNA Job Complexity Easy Hard Pace & Pressure Relaxed Fast-paced Autonomy Level Guided Full Ownership Communication Load Independent Highly Collaborative AI Insight The role requires a unique blend of deep technical expertise in embedded Linux, customer-facing skills, and team leadership, making it highly challenging. The complexity of managing a distributed team and driving presales engagements adds to the difficulty. ### Salary Analysis Median Highly Competitive USD140,000US Market USD110k – 170k 0 USD187k AI Insight The offered salary is not specified, but based on market data for an Embedded Linux Field Engineering Manager in the US, the median is approximately $140,000. This role typically commands a premium due to the specialized skills and leadership responsibilities required. ### Core Skills Required [Embedded Linux](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=Embedded+Linux.md) [Yocto](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=Yocto.md) [Ubuntu](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=Ubuntu.md) [Field Engineering](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=Field+Engineering.md) [Team Leadership](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=Team+Leadership.md) [Customer Engagement](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=Customer+Engagement.md) [C++](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=C.md) [Python](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=Python.md) [IoT](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=IoT.md) [Presales](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=Presales.md) ### Cover Letter Sample Dear Hiring Manager, I am excited to apply for the Embedded Linux Field Engineering Manager position at Canonical. With over a decade of experience in embedded systems and Linux engineering, coupled with strong leadership skills, I am confident in my ability to drive your team's success and help customers achieve their IoT and edge computing goals. In my previous role, I led a team of field engineers, delivering presales and professional services for embedded Linux solutions. I have deep expertise in Yocto, Ubuntu, and languages like Python and C++, and I thrive on solving complex technical challenges while mentoring team members. I am particularly drawn to Canonical's mission to bring secure, open-source connected devices to market. I look forward to the opportunity to discuss how my experience aligns with your needs. Thank you for considering my application. Sincerely, [Your Name] Copy ### Sample Interview Questions Describe your experience leading a team of engineers in a remote, distributed environment. How do you ensure alignment and productivity?I have managed remote teams for over five years using agile methodologies and daily stand-ups via video calls. I prioritize clear communication of goals and regular one-on-ones to address challenges. I also use collaborative tools like Jira and Slack to track progress and foster team cohesion.Can you walk us through a complex embedded Linux project you architected and delivered for a customer?I led a project for a smart manufacturing client requiring a custom Yocto-based OS for IoT gateways. I designed the software stack, optimized boot time, and integrated secure OTA updates. The project was delivered on time and resulted in a 30% reduction in deployment failures.How would you approach a presales engagement where a customer is considering moving from a proprietary RTOS to embedded Linux?I would first understand their technical constraints and business drivers. Then, I would demonstrate how Linux offers flexibility, security, and community support. I would create a proof of concept showing critical functionality, and provide a roadmap for migration with minimal disruption.What is your experience with managing competing priorities across multiple customer engagements?I use a structured prioritization framework, such as weighting projects by revenue impact and technical urgency. I also empower my team to manage their own schedules with clear boundaries and ensure we have a backup plan for critical deliverables. Regular syncs with stakeholders help adjust priorities dynamically.How do you stay current with emerging technologies in embedded Linux and IoT?I actively contribute to open-source projects, attend industry conferences like Embedded Linux Conference, and follow key maintainers on GitHub. I also encourage my team to dedicate time for learning and hold internal tech talks to share insights. Canonical is a leading provider of open source software and operating systems to the global enterprise and technology markets. Our platform, Ubuntu, is very widely used in breakthrough enterprise initiatives such as public cloud, data science, AI, engineering innovation and IoT. Our customers include the world’s leading public cloud and silicon providers, and industry leaders in many sectors. The company is a pioneer of global distributed collaboration, with 1200+ colleagues in 75+ countries and very few office based roles. Teams meet two to four times yearly in person, in interesting locations around the world, to align on strategy and execution. The company is founder-led, profitable and growing. We are hiring an Embedded Linux Field Engineering Manager to lead a regionally-focused team of Field engineers in Presales and Professional Services activities, by helping customers with solution architecture, design and delivery. Location: This is a remote role, running a team in one of three Geos, Americas, EMEA or APAC. You will therefore need to be located in one of those three Geos to manage that specific team that spans few timezones from you Our Internet of Things mission is to enable companies to make fleets of very secure connected devices. Canonical provides the base Ubuntu OS and kernel, with secure update and management mechanisms. Our customers create mission-critical control systems, gateways and appliances that need to meet stringent quality and security requirements, and we aspire to bring this level of security to the wider consumer electronics and device market. Our Field Engineers are thought leaders helping our customers solve hard problems. They are accomplished technologists that take a hands-on approach to embedded Linux strategy and delivery. They have a passion to help customers achieve ambitious technical and business goals, and to show how the Canonical approach to open source and connected devices brings best-of-breed thinking to the emerging field of edge compute. They also care to develop their colleagues, helping them deepen their understanding of the technology, their ability to manage time, and their awareness of customer business thinking for continuous improvement and personal development. 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, firmware and 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 team drivers that take pride in team and company wins. ## The role entails * Lead and develop a team of Field engineers, ranging from graduate to senior, in the areas of Presales and Professional Services * Solve customer problems by promoting our technologies and being a trusted advisor * Work remotely in a single major time zone * Coach, mentor, and offer career development feedback * Identify and measure team health indicators * Implement disciplined engineering processes * Represent your team and product to stakeholders, partners, and customers * Develop and evangelise great engineering and organisational practices * Plan and manage progress on agreed goals and projects * Be an active part of the leadership team, collaborating with other leaders ## What we are looking for in you * Exceptional academic track record from both high school and university * Bachelors degree in Computer Science or related technical field * Extensive embedded Linux experience – Yocto or other * Extensive Linux experience – Debian or Ubuntu preferred * Fluency in at least one of Golang, Python, C, C++, or Rust * Ability to manage a small team * Experience with customer engagements * Professional written and spoken English * Excellent interpersonal skills, curiosity, flexibility, and accountability * Result-oriented, with a personal drive to meet commitments * An ability to communicate the business benefits of technology * An humble learner and quick study Other desirable traits include RTOS experience, additional languages (both the programming and human kinds), and previous experience working in a remote-first, diverse, distributed company. ## What we offer you 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 from your team and others * Priority Pass, and travel upgrades for long haul company events ## About Canonical Canonical is a pioneering tech firm at the forefront of the global move to open source. As the company that publishes Ubuntu, one of the most important open source projects and the platform for AI, IoT and the cloud, we are changing the world of software. We recruit on a global basis and set a very high standard for people joining the company. We expect excellence – in order to succeed, we need to be the best at what we do. Most colleagues at Canonical have worked from home since its inception in 2004.​ Working here is a step into the future, and will challenge you to think differently, work smarter, learn new skills, and raise your game. Canonical is an equal opportunity employer We are proud to foster a workplace free from discrimination. Diversity of experience, perspectives, and background create a better work environment and better products. [Whatever your identity, we will give your application fair consideration.](https://canonical.com/careers/diversity/identity) #LI-remote Show more [Apply now >](https://jobicy.com/jobs/149559-embedded-linux-field-engineering-manager-americas-only.md) > Annual salary information is not provided for this position. 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