Senior Edge Systems Engineer

Outpost

. Own the end-to-end edge systems architecture for Outpost kiosks and other site technology systems .

Posted 9/21/2026full-timeSeattle • Washington • United StatesSenior💰 $150,000 - $180,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in end-to-end edge systems architecture, including hardware platform selection, power management, and remote system deployment. Proficient in developing standards and documentation for embedded systems and edge infrastructure.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Edge Systems ArchitectureEmbedded Linux ExperiencePower Management ExpertiseAutomated Provisioning and Configuration ManagementHardware Lifecycle Management

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Hard Skills

Ubuntu-Based Edge SystemsNVIDIA Jetson PlatformsIndustrial Computers DesignPower Distribution SystemsRemote Power ManagementEthernet NetworkingTroubleshooting Across SystemsPrototype DevelopmentAutomated MonitoringAsset Inventory Management

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsDocumentation SkillsProblem-Solving Ability

Tools & Technologies

Power Over Ethernet (PoE)Connected PeripheralsVPNsCellular ConnectivityKiosksMachine VisionAccess Control SystemsIndustrial Automation

Industry Keywords

Edge InfrastructureEmbedded SystemsField OperationsEnvironmental TestingReliability Testing

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Distributed SystemsIoTLinuxSwitching

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own the end-to-end edge systems architecture for Outpost kiosks and other site technology systems
Develop reference designs and standards for edge compute, networking, power, displays, cameras, access systems, peripherals, cabling, mounting, and supporting infrastructure
Evaluate, select, and qualify hardware platforms, components, vendors, and deployment approaches
Design reliable power and recovery systems, including power supplies, PoE, distribution, backup power, managed reboot capabilities, watchdogs, and out-of-band access
Own edge compute standards across Ubuntu, NVIDIA Jetson, industrial PCs, embedded systems, storage, networking, thermal management, enclosures, and connected peripherals
Define provisioning, configuration, monitoring, patching, inventory, updates, remote access, recovery, and replacement processes for distributed systems at scale
Build and test prototypes, proof-of-concept systems, and design revisions, including failure and recovery testing
Create bills of materials, diagrams, specifications, installation standards, validation procedures, and troubleshooting documentation
Partner with Linux, network, software, security, product, and Field Operations teams
Support pilot deployments and occasional field installations
Investigate recurring failures and convert root causes into improvements
Manage hardware lifecycle concerns, including revisions, substitutions, spares, vendor alternatives, obsolescence, and replacement standards
Participate in an on-call rotation

Requirements

What you’ll need

5+ years in hardware systems, embedded systems, edge infrastructure, or a similar engineering role supporting production deployments
Experience serving as the technical owner for an integrated hardware platform or distributed site architecture
Hands-on experience with Ubuntu-based edge systems, embedded Linux, and NVIDIA Jetson platforms
Experience designing and supporting industrial computers, embedded PCs, single-board computers, or GPU-enabled edge systems
Strong understanding of power supplies, PoE, power distribution, backup power, remote power management, and recovery from power interruptions
Experience deploying and managing fleets of remote, embedded, or unattended systems at scale
Experience with automated provisioning, configuration management, monitoring, patching, asset inventory, staged deployments, and remote recovery
Working knowledge of Ethernet networking, IP addressing, switching, routing, VPNs, and cellular connectivity
Experience integrating compute platforms, networking equipment, displays, cameras, sensors, and other connected peripherals
Ability to troubleshoot across hardware, firmware, operating systems, networks, and applications
Track record of moving systems from prototype through pilot deployment and into repeatable production
Strong communication and documentation skills, with the ability to work across technical and non-technical teams and independently own ambiguous problems
Preferred: Experience with kiosks, machine vision, security cameras, access control, industrial automation, or IoT systems
Preferred: Experience designing enclosures, mounting systems, thermal solutions, or equipment for outdoor and semi-controlled environments
Preferred: Experience with environmental, failure-mode, or reliability testing
Preferred: Familiarity with Secure Boot, TPM-backed capabilities, disk encryption, certificate management, and other edge-device security practices
Preferred: Experience working closely with field technicians, manufacturers, vendors, or distributed installation teams

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive Benefits Package including Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan Matching
18 Paid Holidays
Unlimited PTO
Friday Team Lunches
Discretionary bonus
Title Commensurate with Experience