Technical Operations Engineer
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Responsibilities
- Integrate CHAOS software, sensors, and RF devices with customer systems — both physically (networking, power, and hardware bring-up) and via software interfaces (data pipelines, APIs).
- Debug complex edge issues spanning hardware, software, and networking layers.
- Develop scripts, diagnostics, and automation tools to improve reliability and observability.
- Capture operational feedback and collaborate with internal engineering teams to drive product improvements.
- Document system configurations, troubleshooting steps, and lessons learned for both internal and customer audiences.
- Travel (typically up to 50%) to customer and test sites for deployments, troubleshooting, and mission support.
- Minimum Requirements:
- Strong technical foundation with a degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, or related field — or equivalent hands-on experience.
- Deep familiarity with Linux environments; comfortable with SSH, networking tools, and system-level debugging.
- Strong problem-solving instincts — able to work independently and under pressure in the field.
- Understanding of networking protocols, hardware interfaces, and distributed system concepts.
- Experience integrating or maintaining hardware or sensor systems.
- Proficiency in at least one scripting or programming language (Python, Bash, or similar).
- Willingness and enthusiasm for travel and on-site technical work.
- Preferred Requirements:
- Experience in systems integration, field engineering, or technical operations for complex deployments.
- Background in defense, aerospace, or other mission-critical environments.
- Familiarity with telemetry, data integration, or IoT-style architectures.
- Understanding of RF systems, SDRs, or radar technologies (highly valued but not required).
- Experience with cloud and edge computing environments (Docker, Azure, AWS, etc.).
- Excellent communication and documentation skills — able to bridge technical and operational perspectives with clarity and composure.
- Why CHAOS?
- Health Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision benefits 100% paid for by the company
- Additional benefits: 5% pension match, life insurance, Cycle to Work Scheme, and more
- Our Perks: Free daily lunch, ‘No meeting Fridays’, unlimited PTO, casual dress code
- Compensation Components: Competitive base salaries, generous pre-IPO stock option grants, relocation assistance, and (coming soon!) annual bonuses
- Team Growth: 350+ employees and counting across 5 global offices
- #LI-onsite
Qualifications
- Familiarity with telemetry, data integration, or IoT-style architectures.
- Experience with cloud and edge computing environments (Docker, Azure, AWS, etc.).
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