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CanonicalSolutions Architect for Automotive
Canonical, a profitable and growing tech organization known for publishing Ubuntu and driving open-source software adoption globally, is currently hiring a remote Solutions Architect for Automotive.…
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Canonical, a profitable and growing tech organization known for publishing Ubuntu and driving open-source software adoption globally, is currently hiring a remote Solutions Architect for Automotive. In this role, you will act as a trusted advisor and customer advocate, assisting major industry partners and prospective clients with implementing open-source technologies in the automotive sector. The position suits driven technologists who understand business problems and want to contribute to the creation…
Job Description
Canonical, a profitable and growing tech organization known for publishing Ubuntu and driving open-source software adoption globally, is currently hiring a remote Solutions Architect for Automotive. In this role, you will act as a trusted advisor and customer advocate, assisting major industry partners and prospective clients with implementing open-source technologies in the automotive sector.
The position suits driven technologists who understand business problems and want to contribute to the creation of Software Defined Vehicles. You will collaborate with field engineering teams and other experts to deliver proofs of concept, build demos, and design comprehensive solutions. Canonical operates entirely as a distributed company with a global workforce spread across more than 70 countries. Team members work from home offices and gather in person two to four times a year in various global locations to coordinate on strategy and execution.
Candidates must possess a blend of automotive expertise, client-facing communication skills, and low-level software proficiency. Travel is required for this position, up to thirty percent of the time, to attend customer meetings, conferences, and company events. Equal opportunity employment practices are followed by the organization, ensuring fair consideration for all applicants regardless of background.
Responsibilities
- Engage with prospective clients during presales to collect requirements and explain company technology
- Partner with internal experts in fields like security, cloud, and Kubernetes to build comprehensive client solutions
- Contribute to delivering select projects related to Embedded Linux, which includes building proofs of concept and demos
- Communicate market requirements to key stakeholders and help refine generic solutions to unlock market potential
- Serve as both a trusted advisor and customer advocate
Requirements
- Extensive Linux experience, with Debian or Ubuntu preferred
- Solid embedded Linux background utilizing RTOS or Yocto
- Proficiency in programming and scripting languages including Golang, Python, C, C++, or Rust
- Professional written and spoken English proficiency alongside local language skills
- Strong communication and presentation abilities
- Interest in client-facing tasks such as pitching, demonstrating, and understanding client environments
- Result-oriented mindset with multitasking capabilities and personal drive to meet commitments
- Willingness to travel up to 30 percent of the time for customer meetings, events, and conferences
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related technical field
- Relevant experience working in the automotive industry
- Familiarity with ISO26262 or ISO21434
- Previous experience conducting customer engagements
Core Skills
Benefits
- Performance-driven annual bonus
- Annual compensation reviews
- Personal learning and development budget of USD 2,000 per year
- Recognition rewards
- Annual holiday leave
- Maternity and paternity leave
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Travel opportunities to meet colleagues
- Priority Pass for travel and travel upgrades for long-haul company events
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this position remote?
Yes, this is a home-based, remote role open worldwide, though it does require up to 30 percent travel for customer meetings, conferences, and company events.
What is the employment type?
The posting specifies a full-time employment type.
What salary does this role offer?
The posting does not specify a salary amount.
What education or background is required?
Candidates are required to have a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related technical field, extensive Linux experience, solid embedded Linux experience, and proficiency in Golang, Python, C, C++, or Rust.
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