DevOps & Embedded Linux Systems Engineer

Econolite® is an innovator of Intelligent Transportation System (ITS) solutions, products, and services. Our technology is helping save lives and making the Smart City a reality. If you want to be at the forefront of this intelligent technology revolution, we want to talk to you about being part of our team. Econolite is committed to employing the best talent that will make significant contributions to building a safer, connected world. 

Econolite’s ITS solutions ease traffic congestion, provide safer mobility, and improve quality of life. As the one-stop-shop leader for traffic management systems, sensor products, and services, Econolite is committed to the advancement of connected and autonomous vehicles, smart cities, and cybersecurity.

The successful candidate will manage, maintain, and enhance the existing DevOps systems and infrastructure supporting Econolite’s market-leading traffic controller and detection products with the goal of minimizing downtime and idling of development activities. In addition, the individual will identify/research/propose/implement Continuous Integration and Delivery (CI/CD) architecture improvements, expeditiously troubleshoot and resolve issues based upon determined severity to ensure system uptime and availability, and design/develop/maintain the core embedded Linux system components and board support packages underlying the traffic controller and detection products. The individual will also collaborate closely with the Embedded Software Engineering and Software Quality Assurance teams with appropriate regular touchpoints to ensure stakeholder needs are met, outstanding issues addressed, and optimal performance achieved in a timely manner.

DUTIES:

• Manage, maintain, and enhance the DevOps systems and software build infrastructure.
• Ensure availability and optimal performance of all build systems and pipelines.
• Build and support the necessary development systems and infrastructure to meet the needs of the Embedded Software Engineering and Software Quality Assurance teams.
• Evaluate the current DevOps systems, propose improvements, and undertake enhancement/migration projects as needed.
• Alongside other engineers, work on the embedded Linux kernel, device drivers, system components, and board support packages powering the traffic controller and detection software applications.
• Write efficient code, review pull requests, and debug issues. Develop low-level/system-level unit tests and performance tests, as necessary.
• Contribute to the Engineering Wiki by documenting system architecture/topology, technical plans/designs, and system use/test instructions.
• Work closely with the rest of the Engineering team as well as Product Management and ensure stakeholder needs are met in a timely manner.
• Plan, commit, communicate, and deliver work products on schedule.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science/Engineering or other Engineering/technical discipline
• 3+ years of experience as a DevOps engineer or in a similar role within an engineering team
• High proficiency in source code management systems/tools (Team Foundation Server or Azure DevOps, Git, and Jenkins) and virtualization/containerization technologies (vSphere, Docker)
• Proven experience in developing/maintaining/troubleshooting/migrating CI/CD systems
• Understanding of Linux/embedded Linux kernel, system/network internals, and system performance optimization; experience in hardware layer communication, device driver development is a plus
• Strong development experience with C, C++, Python, and POSIX shell scripting
• Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills; ability to clearly and effectively present and discuss technical matters
• Problem-solving skills and ability to work collaboratively in a team environment

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must be able to stand, walk, squat, and bend at the waist for extended periods of time
• Ability to lift and carry up to 40 pounds

PRE-EMPLOYMENT

All candidates who accept employment will be subject to a background investigation and drug screening. For applicable roles, candidates who accept employment will also be subject to a Motor Vehicle/Driving Record screening.

COMPENSATION

The base pay range for this full-time exempt position is $90,000.00 - $130,000.00 per year plus benefits. Pay ranges are determined by various factors, including role, experience, and location. The pay range displayed reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire base pay rates for this position. Within the range, actual individual compensation is determined by various factors, including location, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

BENEFITS

This role is eligible for benefits: weekly pay, weekly PTO accrual, paid holidays. Various medical plans, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, direct deposit. Basic life, LTD, 401k discretionary match. Other voluntary benefits include: identity theft protection. 

DISCLAIMER

The above statements are intended to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. They are not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, skills, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

We conform to all the laws, statutes, and regulations concerning equal employment opportunities and affirmative action. We strongly encourage women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply to all of our job openings. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, lactation, ancestry/national origin, citizenship, age, disability, arrest and court records, military & veteran's status, Genetic Information & Testing, Family & Medical Leave, or any other classification protected by state or federal law.

We prohibit Retaliation against individuals who bring forth any complaint, orally or in writing, to the employer or the government, or against any individuals who assist or participate in the investigation of any complaint or otherwise oppose discrimination.

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