Full-Time

Sr. IT Infrastructure Engineer

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Kodiak Robotics

Kodiak Robotics

201-500 employees

Develops autonomous technology for trucking and military

Robotics & Automation
Automotive & Transportation
Defense

Mid, Senior

Dallas, TX, USA

Position requires onsite presence in Dallas, TX.

US Citizenship Required

Category
DevOps & Infrastructure
Cloud Engineering
DevOps Engineering
Required Skills
TCP/IP
Microsoft Azure
Git
AWS
Terraform
Ansible
Linux/Unix
Google Cloud Platform
Requirements
  • 3+ years of hands-on experience with Ansible and Terraform in a production environment, demonstrating proficiency in automating complex infrastructure tasks.
  • Extensive experience with Linux and Git, including scripting, version control, and collaborative workflows.
  • Proven experience participating in code reviews and collaborating using GitHub, fostering a culture of quality and knowledge sharing.
  • Solid understanding of cloud infrastructure (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and experience with hybrid cloud environments.
  • Strong networking experience, including TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, and routing protocols.
  • 3+ years of experience managing physical datacenter infrastructure, including: racking and stacking servers, cable management, UPS and power distribution, physical security measures.
  • A proactive self-starter with the ability to communicate clearly and effectively, strong customer service skills, and ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic, start-up environment.
Responsibilities
  • Design and implement infrastructure as code using Terraform, encompassing both cloud and on-premises environments.
  • Automate configuration management and deployments using Ansible across diverse infrastructure, including cloud and on premises infrastructure.
  • Monitor and maintain the health and security of our cloud, datacenter, and network infrastructure, proactively identifying and addressing potential issues.
  • Implement and manage monitoring and alerting systems for critical infrastructure components.
  • Develop and support Ansible automated provisioning systems for servers, laptops, and other devices, ensuring consistency and efficiency.
  • Manage and maintain physical datacenter infrastructure.
  • Assist with new employee onboarding, setting up accounts and access.
  • 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

-1%

1 year growth

4%

2 year growth

25%
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What believers are saying

  • Partnership with Kognic enhances AI data labeling, improving system accuracy and efficiency.
  • Driver-as-a-service model with Atlas Energy Solutions offers scalable revenue through licensing.
  • Collaboration with Textron Systems expands market reach into defense with military contracts.

What critics are saying

  • Increased competition from companies like Aurora and Waymo could impact market share.
  • Regulatory hurdles in autonomous truck deployment may delay commercial operations.
  • Public perception and safety concerns could hinder widespread adoption of autonomous trucks.

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