Sr. IT Infrastructure Engineer

Kodiak Robotics, Inc. was founded in 2018 and has become the trusted world leader in autonomous ground transportation committed to a safer and more efficient future for all. The company is developing an industry-leading artificial intelligence (AI) powered technology stack purpose-built for driverless military and long-haul trucking applications. Kodiak’s unique modular hardware approach integrates sensors into a streamlined sensor-pod structure that optimizes for perception, scalability, and maintainability. The company autonomously delivers freight daily for its commercial customers across the Sun Belt states and for Atlas Energy in the Permian Basin. Kodiak also leverages its commercial self-driving software to develop, test and deploy autonomous capabilities for the U.S. Department of Defense.

We are seeking an Sr. IT Systems Engineer who excels in both hands-on infrastructure support and infrastructure automation. You'll play a key role in evolving and scaling our infrastructure to meet the demands of our expanding business through DevOps practices and cloud automation tools like Ansible and Terraform. 

What you'll do:

• Implement Infrastructure Automation:
• 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.
• Provide IT Infrastructure Administration:
• 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.

What you'll bring:

• DevOps and Automation Skills:
• 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.
• Datacenter Management Experience: 3+ years of experience managing physical datacenter infrastructure, including: racking and stacking servers, cable management, UPS and power distribution, physical security measures
• Problem-Solving and Communication: 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.

What we offer:

• Competitive compensation package including equity and biannual bonuses
• Excellent Medical, Dental, and Vision plans through Kaiser Permanente, Anthem, and Guardian (including a medical plan with infertility benefits)
• Long Term Disability, Short Term Disability, Life Insurance
• Wellbeing Benefits - Headspace, One Medical, Gympass, Spring Health
• Fidelity 401(k)
• Commuter, FSA, Dependent Care FSA, HSA
• Various incentive programs (referral bonuses, patent bonuses, etc.)

At Kodiak, we strive to build a diverse community working towards our common company goals in a safe and collaborative environment where harassment of any kind is strictly prohibited. Kodiak is committed to equal opportunity employment regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, or veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

In alignment with its business operations, Kodiak adheres to all relevant U.S. national security statutes, regulations, and administrative prerequisites. These statutes may impose limitations on Kodiak's capacity to engage specific individuals in particular roles based on various national security-related criteria. Kodiak will provide sponsorship for eligible candidate's. Consequently, the eligibility for this position may hinge on Kodiak's verification of a candidate's residence, U.S. person status, and/or citizenship status. In accordance with these statutes , Kodiak may find it necessary to secure a U.S. government export license before disseminating its technologies to specific individuals. Should Kodiak determine that a candidate's residence, U.S. person status, and/or citizenship status necessitate a license, prohibit the candidate from assuming this position, or otherwise fall under national security-related restrictions, Kodiak explicitly retains the right to either assess the candidate for an alternative position unaffected by such restrictions, under terms and conditions set forth at Kodiak's sole discretion, or, as an alternative, opt not to proceed with the candidate's application.