[Hiring] Staff Network Engineer @Agility Robotics

Role Description

We are seeking a Staff Network Engineer to lead the design and evolution of our edge-to-cloud connectivity. In this role, you will help design highly available, low-latency communication systems that bridge on-premise robot deployments with our cloud-native control plane. You will serve as a technical authority for our network systems architecture, ensuring our scaling fleet is supported by robust, enterprise-grade networking foundations.

Key Responsibilities

• 5G wireless technology: Architect next-generation connectivity solutions utilizing 5G and private LTE networks, integrating containerized network functions to optimize edge performance.
• Systems Architecture: Design and implement scalable, multi-tenant network architectures that support global robot deployments, focusing on security, performance, and fleet-wide observability.
• Network Performance Engineering: Engineer solutions for high-throughput, low-latency telemetry and control traffic, utilizing kernel-level tuning and modern packet processing frameworks.
• Hybrid Connectivity Design: Define standards for secure, high-performance tunneling between distributed edge devices and centralized cloud infrastructure.
• Technical Leadership: Partner with cross-functional leadership to align network infrastructure with long-term business and product goals.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in network architecture, systems engineering, or a staff-level networking role in a complex, distributed environment.
• Expertise in Telco/5G wireless networking, including experience with containerized network functions and kernel-level performance optimization.
• Mastery of the Linux network stack and core foundational networking protocols (BGP, OSPF, TCP/IP).
• Demonstrated ability to design and implement complex SDN and virtualization solutions at scale.
• Wired & Wireless Packet Analysis: Expert in conducting deep-dive PCAP and 802.11 Wi-Fi frame analysis using Wireshark and tcpdump to resolve complex wired/wireless network failures, roaming issues, and latency bottlenecks (RCA).
• Wi-Fi Standards Knowledge: Working knowledge of IEEE 802.11 standards (802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax/be / Wi-Fi 5/6/6E/7) and standard-specific channel/band behaviors across 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz, and 6 GHz frequencies.
• Travel required 25% to 50% US (primarily) and Canada.

Preferred Experience

• Deep proficiency with AWS cloud networking (VPC design, Transit Gateway, Direct Connect, and IoT Core).
• Familiarity with Linux kernel eBPF/XDP for high-performance packet processing and observability.
• RF Spectrum Analysis: Familiarity with spectrum analysis tools to identify RF interference, noise floor anomalies, and channel contention.

Benefits

• 401(k) Plan: Includes a 6% company match.
• Equity: Company stock options.
• Insurance Coverage: 100% company-paid medical, dental, vision, and short/long-term disability insurance for employees.
• Benefit Start Date: Eligible for benefits on your first day of employment.
• Well-Being Support: Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Time Off:
  • Exempt Employees: Flexible, unlimited PTO and 12 company holidays, including a winter shutdown.
  • Non-Exempt Employees: 10 vacation days, paid sick leave, and 12 company holidays, including a winter shutdown, annually.
• On-Site Perks: Catered lunches four times a week and a variety of healthy snacks and refreshments at our Salem and Pittsburgh locations.
• Parental Leave: Generous paid parental leave programs.
• Work Environment: A culture that supports flexible work arrangements.
• Growth Opportunities: Professional development and tuition reimbursement programs.
• Relocation Assistance: Provided for eligible roles.
• Annual Discretionary Bonus: Provided for eligible roles.