Canonical: Embedded Linux Field Engineer (Mandarin speaking) — Home Based - APAC

About Canonical

Canonical develops open-source software and operating systems for enterprise and technology users. Its Ubuntu platform is used in cloud computing, data science, artificial intelligence, engineering and connected-device environments. The employer describes a distributed working model with periodic in-person team meetings. Its vacancies therefore span both software delivery and the business functions that support it. Applicants should check the location, time-zone and travel conditions attached to the individual role rather than assume every position is available from any country.

The position and its setting

Canonical lists Embedded Linux Field Engineer (Mandarin speaking) in Home Based - APAC, under reference 6994398. The details below separate the work described by the employer from essential conditions, preferred experience and practical preparation advice.

• Department: Field Engineering
• Employer listing date: 18 June 2025

Responsibilities and work described

• 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

Essential requirements and candidate background

• The candidate needs to be fluent in Mandarin and willing to travel to China regularly
• Bachelors degree in Computer Science or related technical field
• Distribution / Packaging experience (deb, rpm,...)
• Embedded Linux experience (Yocto, Buildroot...)
• Fluency: at least one of Golang, Python, C, C++, or Rust
• Professional written and spoken English in addition to the local language
• 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

Preferred experience and additional strengths

• Extensive Linux experience - Debian or Ubuntu preferred
• Experience: customer engagements is a plus

Location, schedule and contract conditions

For this overseas or regional listing, confirm work authorisation and any location restrictions with the employer. The location does not establish visa sponsorship or permission to work remotely from India.

• Advertised location: Home Based - APAC

Benefits mentioned by the employer

• 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 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

Pay and application dates

A verified salary figure is not established in this article. An online estimate for another Embedded Linux Field Engineer (Mandarin speaking) vacancy is not an offer for reference 6994398; use the employer’s own pay disclosure and recruitment communication.

A closing date is not confirmed in this article. Check the current employer page before submitting: an undated posting can change or be withdrawn.

How to apply to Canonical

Applications follow the official employer page linked below.

Open the official Canonical posting below and match the title and reference 6994398.

Compare your qualifications and experience with the essential conditions for the Home Based - APAC position, then read the preferred criteria separately.

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Practical preparation: Python

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Relevant skills

• Python
• C++
• Linux
• AI
• embedded systems
• firmware
• stakeholder management
• communication