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
Top Skills
What We Do
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. Regardless of how you want to grow, Checkmate has the tools and guidance to power, manage, and evolve your digital business.
