Open Source Architect

Summary

Join ZEDEDA's Margo project team as a Software Engineer and contribute to the development of open standards, reference implementations, and compliance testing toolkits for edge computing. You will lead the standardization of Project Margo, aligning it with ZEDEDA's strategic goals and driving connectivity within the LF Edge community. This role involves developing and maintaining reference implementations, creating comprehensive test plans, producing technical documentation, collaborating with cross-functional teams, integrating open-source insights into ZEDEDA's product strategy, developing demos, supporting sales efforts, and actively participating in open-source events. The ideal candidate possesses strong programming skills, edge computing knowledge, open-source experience, and excellent communication and collaboration abilities. ZEDEDA offers a competitive compensation package including base pay, equity, and benefits.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
• Proficiency in languages commonly used in systems programming, such as C, C++, or Rust. Hands-on expertise using Linux, working with APIs, and scripting languages
• Understanding of edge computing architectures, industrial automation systems, and the challenges associated with interoperability in these environments
• Experience developing and deploying Docker and Kubernetes based applications
• Prior experience contributing to open-source projects, with a solid grasp of collaborative development practices
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to tackle complex technical challenges in a systematic manner
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, capable of articulating technical concepts to diverse audiences
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively within a distributed team environment, showing initiative and adaptability

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain reference implementations that adhere to the open standards defined by the Margo initiative
• Create and execute comprehensive test plans to ensure the reliability, scalability, and security of Margo solutions
• Produce clear and concise technical documentation to support the adoption and integration of Margo technologies by external developers and organizations
• Work closely with other engineers, project managers, and stakeholders to align development efforts with project goals and timelines
• Collaborate with the product management team to integrate open-source insights into ZEDEDA’s product strategy
• Showcase demos and reference architectures centered around Project Margo and the LF Edge Sandbox
• Equip the sales team with knowledge about open source strategies and go-to-market (GTM) options, facilitating better client engagements
• Actively represent ZEDEDA at key open-source industry events, presenting our projects and initiatives

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with industrial automation protocols and systems
• Experience with cloud-native technologies and their integration with edge computing solutions
• Knowledge of security best practices in distributed systems and edge environments

Benefits

• Equity
• Benefits