Full-Time

IT Infrastructure Engineer

Posted on 8/16/2024

Kodiak Robotics

Kodiak Robotics

201-500 employees

Develops autonomous technology for trucking and military

Robotics & Automation
Automotive & Transportation
Defense

Compensation Overview

$140k - $170kAnnually

+ Bonus + Equity + Benefits

Junior, Mid

Mountain View, CA, USA

Position requires onsite presence in Mountain View, CA.

US Citizenship Required

Category
DevOps & Infrastructure
Server Administration
Cloud Engineering
DevOps Engineering
Required Skills
Microsoft Azure
Git
AWS
Terraform
Ansible
Customer Service
Linux/Unix
Google Cloud Platform
Requirements
  • Hands-on experience with Ansible and Terraform in a production environment.
  • Proficiency with Linux and Git
  • Experience participating in code reviews and collaborating using GitHub
  • Knowledge of cloud infrastructure (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
  • Understanding of networking fundamentals
  • A proactive self-starter who takes ownership of issues and drives them to resolution
  • Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
  • Strong customer service orientation and a willingness to go the extra mile to help others.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic startup environment, where flexibility and adaptability are essential.
Responsibilities
  • Design and implement infrastructure as code using Terraform.
  • Automate configuration management and deployments using Ansible.
  • Monitor and maintain the health and security of our cloud, datacenter and network infrastructure.
  • Develop and support Ansible automated provisioning systems for servers, laptops and other devices.
  • Assist with new employee onboarding, setting up accounts and access.
  • Maintain inventory of IT infrastructure assets.
  • Set up and troubleshoot Single Sign-On (SSO) applications, e.g. SAML and OIDC.
  • Respond to IT infrastructure support requests in a timely and helpful manner.

Kodiak Robotics develops and commercializes autonomous technology, focusing on self-driving trucking solutions. Its main product, the kodiakDriver, is designed to operate various vehicle platforms in different environments, making it suitable for both commercial and military applications. In the commercial sector, Kodiak Robotics provides fleets and carriers with enhanced capacity and efficiency through its autonomous technology. In the military sector, it aims to improve ground operations with autonomous vehicles. The company generates revenue by selling its technology to commercial fleets and through its Partner Deployment Program, which helps partners prepare for future driverless operations. Kodiak Robotics stands out by addressing the needs of both commercial and military markets, positioning itself as a key player in the self-driving trucking industry and national security.

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

$233.5M

Headquarters

Mountain View, California

Founded

2018

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

0%

1 year growth

0%

2 year growth

4%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Collaboration with Kognic enhances data accuracy, improving autonomous system deployment and safety.
  • Partnership with Atlas Energy expands technology into new industrial applications, opening revenue streams.
  • Kodiak's Industry Advisory Council provides strategic insights, enhancing market penetration.

What critics are saying

  • Increased competition from companies like Aurora and Waymo could impact market share.
  • Reliance on partnerships poses risks if partners develop their own technology.
  • Regulatory hurdles for autonomous military vehicles could delay defense sector expansion.

What makes Kodiak Robotics unique

  • Kodiak Robotics specializes in dual-use autonomous technology for commercial and military sectors.
  • The kodiakDriver is a leader in self-driving trucking technology, enhancing safety and efficiency.
  • Kodiak's Partner Deployment Program aids partners in planning for driverless deployment.

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Benefits

Remote-friendly work environment

401k

Generous PTO policy

Life insurance

Medical, dental, vision, & FSA plans

Family-friendly company events

Dog-friendly office

Employee-driven fitness classes

Free EV charging

Trivia & board game nights

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