Solutions Architect for Automotive

About the Role

Canonical is a leading provider of open source software and operating systems used in enterprises globally. As a Solutions Architect for Automotive, you will help partners such as Mercedes, Ford, GM, and more understand and embrace Canonical's open source platform including Ubuntu, OpenStack, Kubernetes, AI/MLOps and related technologies.

Key Responsibilities

• Engage with customers during presales to gather requirements and explain Canonical's technology.
• Collaborate with experts on Cloud, Kubernetes, Security, and more to develop comprehensive solutions.
• Participate in project delivery related to Embedded Linux, including demos and PoCs.
• Relay market requirements to key stakeholders and assist in refining solutions.
• Act as both a customer advocate and trusted advisor for Canonical.

What We Are Looking For

Candidates must have a strong background in Linux (especially Debian or Ubuntu) with significant experience in embedded Linux and proficiency in languages such as Golang, Python, C, C++, or Rust. A technical understanding of low-level Linux boot, BIOS, firmware, and embedded software development is essential, as is proven experience in the Automotive industry. Strong communication, presentation skills, and readiness to travel up to 30% are required.

Additional Desirable Skills

• Experience with ISO26262 and/or ISO21434 standards.
• Customer engagement expertise.

What We Offer

Canonical offers a remote-first work environment with eventual in-person team sprints, competitive compensation with annual reviews and bonuses, personal development budgets, travel opportunities, and comprehensive well-being benefits.

Key skills/competency

• Linux
• Embedded
• Coding
• Presales
• Customer Engagement
• Automotive
• Cloud
• Kubernetes
• Open Source
• Communication