Linux System Engineer
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 Requirements 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. Benefits 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 About the company Checkmate empowers enterprise restaurant brands with powerful ordering solutions and hands-on support. Our scalable technology enables restaurants to drive sales across channels, including custom websites, apps, kiosks, catering, third-party marketplaces, voice AI, and more. With seamless integrations, smarter analytics, and 24/7 service, Checkmate helps brands conquer their digital goals. Restaurants can launch unique ordering experiences, centrally manage menus, recapture revenue, leverage customer data, and continually adapt with new integrations. We believe a thoughtful blend of technology and hands-on support leads to better restaurant outcomes. Our vision is to provide this combination of software and service to every brand so they can scale their digital business with less effort. Looking ahead, our team is not only focused on solving today's problems but on anticipating and addressing tomorrow's challenges. Through our partnership with restaurants, we aim to help expand their digital footprint and build stronger connections with their customers.