Checkmate

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We are looking for a Linux System Engineer to help manage, maintain, and evolve our Linux-based in- store systems. This role combines deep Linux expertise with hands-on experience in packaging, troubleshooting, and device monitoring, while also leveraging web development skills to support interactive and dynamic menu board experiences. Essential Job Functions • Design, package, and distribute software for Linux-based Digital Menu Board (DMB) devices. • Troubleshoot system-level issues (using syslog, journalctl, etc.) to ensure device stability and uptime. • Manage and optimize graphical systems (X, Wayland) and desktop environments (GNOME, KDE). • Collaborate with frontend and backend teams to integrate dynamic menu board features. • Implement and maintain monitoring solutions (Prometheus, Grafana, Datadog, or similar) with custom metrics for device performance and health. • Contribute to the hardening, security, and update processes for in-store Linux devices. 100 % Remote Salary $80,000 to $100,000 Experience Range: 4–8 years of professional experience in Linux systems engineering, device management, or a related field. • Strong expertise in Linux (Debian/Ubuntu) and package management. • Hands-on experience creating packages for distribution (e.g., .deb, Snap). • Direct experience with on-premises, distributed physical devices is essential. • Familiarity with Linux logging and troubleshooting tools (syslog, journalctl). • Working knowledge of Linux graphical subsystems (X, Wayland) and desktop environments (GNOME, KDE). • Some frontend and backend web development experience — ideally with React, Python, Ruby, C/C++, Go, or Java. • Experience with monitoring tools (Prometheus, Grafana, Datadog) and building custom metrics. • Flexibility to work until 5:00 PM EST to ensure alignment with cross-time-zone teams. • Comfortable with a permanent work-from-home (WFH) arrangement and working with BYOD (Bring Your Own Device) setup, ensuring a secure and reliable working environment. Preferred Qualifications • Experience building production Linux images for distributed devices. • Knowledge of device hardening, security, and OTA update processes. • Prior work in retail technology, digital signage, or in-store device ecosystems. Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision) Retirement Plan (401k) Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D) Flexible Paid Time Off Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity) Short Term & Long Term Disability Training & Development Work From Home Stock Option Plan