Embedded Linux Consultant - Japan at Canonical

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Embedded Linux Consultant - Japan opportunity with Canonical. See the official posting for scope and application details.

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Location: Remote
Advertised region: Home Based - APAC
Work arrangement: remote
Technologies: Python, C++, Linux, Go

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Role overview

Embedded Linux Consultant - Japan at Canonical, based on the employer's live official posting. This remote role supports engineering, cloud, Linux or embedded technology work within the stated team.

Responsibilities

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

Qualifications

Bachelors degree in Computer Science or related technical field
Extensive Linux experience - Debian or Ubuntu preferred
Solid embedded Linux experience (Yocto, Buildroot...) or RTOS
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.
Additional skills that you might also bring
Experience with customer engagements a plus, but not a requirement

Technology in this role

Python: Bachelors degree in Computer Science or related technical field Extensive Linux experience - Debian or Ubuntu preferred Solid embedded Linux experience (Yocto, Buildroot...) or RTOS Fluency in at least one of Golang, Python, C, C++, or Rust Professional written and spoken .
C++: Bachelors degree in Computer Science or related technical field Extensive Linux experience - Debian or Ubuntu preferred Solid embedded Linux experience (Yocto, Buildroot...) or RTOS Fluency in at least one of Golang, Python, C, C++, or Rust Professional written and spoken .
Linux: Embedded Linux Consultant - Japan at Canonical, based on the employer's live official .
Go: Listed by the employer as part of the role’s technical requirements.
C: Bachelors degree in Computer Science or related technical field Extensive Linux experience - Debian or Ubuntu preferred Solid embedded Linux experience (Yocto, Buildroot...) or RTOS Fluency in at least one of Golang, Python, C, C++, or Rust Professional written and spoken .
Golang: Bachelors degree in Computer Science or related technical field Extensive Linux experience - Debian or Ubuntu preferred Solid embedded Linux experience (Yocto, Buildroot...) or RTOS Fluency in at least one of Golang, Python, C, C++, or Rust Professional written and spoken .
Rust: Bachelors degree in Computer Science or related technical field Extensive Linux experience - Debian or Ubuntu preferred Solid embedded Linux experience (Yocto, Buildroot...) or RTOS Fluency in at least one of Golang, Python, C, C++, or Rust Professional written and spoken .
CAN: Bachelors degree in Computer Science or related technical field Extensive Linux experience - Debian or Ubuntu preferred Solid embedded Linux experience (Yocto, Buildroot...) or RTOS Fluency in at least one of Golang, Python, C, C++, or Rust Professional written and spoken .
RTOS: Bachelors degree in Computer Science or related technical field Extensive Linux experience - Debian or Ubuntu preferred Solid embedded Linux experience (Yocto, Buildroot...) or RTOS Fluency in at least one of Golang, Python, C, C++, or Rust Professional written and spoken .
Yocto: Bachelors degree in Computer Science or related technical field Extensive Linux experience - Debian or Ubuntu preferred Solid embedded Linux experience (Yocto, Buildroot...) or RTOS Fluency in at least one of Golang, Python, C, C++, or Rust Professional written and spoken .

Benefits

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
Opportunity to travel to new locations to meet colleagues
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.

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