##### Job Description :
Infrastructure engineer working on our vehicle infrastructure. This is a
generalist role covering DevOps is defined as a set of practices that combines
software development enablement (tools/artifacts) and Information Technology
operations, Networking and wireless communication management, and Test
Engineering support. This position works closely with multi-functional
engineering teams who are responsible for Saildrone’s vehicle and
communication systems. This position is responsible for building, maintaining
and improving several systems and workflows:
* Systems required to develop, manage and test the vehicle operating systems and camera driven ML systems
* Workflows for the vehicle communications systems infrastructure
* Design and support appliance based onboard compute and storage system
This position includes common DevOps tasks such as improving workflows through
automation, optimizing systems or tooling and developing CI/CD processes to
improve business function.
##### **Required skills and experience:**
* 4 + years of experience
* Linux Skills, preferably on arm32 or 64, or Nvidia
* Python, Bash or similar scripting language for automating tasks
* Knowledge of systemd services and debugging
* Debugging of network issues, Able to jump into problem solving, up to and including mesh
* Supported testing, assisting with our hardware in the loop testing will be key to success
* Willingness and ability to learn new skills quickly
* BS/BA in Computer Science, Astrophysics, EE, music, art or something otherwise applicable or equivalent experience
##### **Desired skills and experience:**
* Management/support of Nvidia jetpack or equivalent embedded computers
* Experience with data from scientific sensors or other bespoke apparatus
* Familiarity with RF or antennas, and their weaknesses
##### **Benefits** :
* Medical, dental and vision plans for you and your dependents.
* Short and relaxing ferry ride from the Ferry Building for SF residents
* Enhanced Parental Leave Programs
* Competitive benefits including excellent medical, life insurance, 401k plan
##### **Catch up on the latest news about us** :
Interagency Public-Private Partnership Sends Uncrewed Saildrone to Explore
Remote Alaskan Waters - NOAA OER (August 11, 2022)
An Unprecedented View Inside a Hurricane – EOS (May 6, 2022)
Meet the sailing robots trying to solve climate change – The Hill (Mar. 18,
2022)
They Sailed Into a Hurricane, Now these Unmanned Saildrones are Seeking Data
on Our Carbon Uptake – CNN (Dec. 9, 2021)
Saildrone Catches a $100M C Breeze to Build More Robo-boats – TechCrunch (Oct.
18, 2021)
With A Sight, Sound And Radar Picture, Saildrone Could Build An AI Database Of
Everything In The Ocean – Forbes (Aug. 16, 2021)
Changing Arctic Environment Could Also Change Technologies Needed to Protect
It, Experts Say – SeaPower Magazine (Aug. 2, 2021)
Autonomous Research Vehicle Completes Ocean Crossing from San Francisco to
Hawaii – Hydro International (July 13, 2021)
Saildrone Featured Videos Playlist
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do
not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin,
gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability
status.
Individual compensation packages are based on geographic location, scope of
the role, relevant experience, and the ability to deal with complexity and
problem solve within our organization, among other factors
