Embedded Devices Software Solution Sales Director (Japan)

Location: This is a remote role based in Japan.

The role entails

• Building and executing a territory sales plan to prioritize leading security‑focused brands and manufacturers
• Working with marketing to promote our brand and increase market awareness in prioritized accounts
• Developing pipeline through outreach, prospecting, local marketing, and industry events
• Closing contracts to meet and exceed quarterly and annual bookings targets and achieve strategic objectives
• Managing customer relationships and interactions through all stages of the sales cycle
• Working with Field Engineers to understand customer requirements and ensure customer satisfaction
• Maintaining accurate data and forecasts within Salesforce
• Establishing productive professional relationships with key influencers and decision‑makers
• Coordinating with colleagues, including support, delivery, and management

What we are looking for in you

• Exceptional academic track record from both high school and university
• Undergraduate degree in a technical subject
• Confidence to respectfully speak up, exchange feedback, and share ideas without hesitation
• Track record of going above‑and‑beyond expectations to achieve outstanding results
• Field sales experience in embedded Linux, embedded software, or enterprise software
• Track record of achievement of sales targets and large account wins
• Professional written and spoken English with excellent presentation skills
• Experience with Linux (Debian or Ubuntu preferred)
• Excellent interpersonal skills, curiosity, flexibility, and accountability
• Result‑oriented, with a personal drive to meet commitments
• Ability to travel internationally twice a year, for company events up to two weeks long
• Willingness to travel up to 50% for customer meetings and industry events
• Detail oriented with effective follow‑up

What we offer colleagues

• 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
• Team Member Assistance Program & Wellness Platform
• Opportunity to travel to new locations to meet colleagues
• Priority Pass and travel upgrades for long‑haul company events

Canonical is an equal opportunity employer

We are proud to foster a workplace free from discrimination. Diversity of experience, perspectives, and background create a better work environment and better products. Whatever your identity, we will give your application fair consideration.