Careers at ZaiNar

We are always seeking more amazing people to join our team. Come build cutting-edge solutions in a diverse and inclusive environment where the best idea wins.

Associate Electronic Engineer

ABOUT US

At ZaiNar, we’re leveraging patented innovations using software-defined radios and advanced signal processing to build revolutionary new products in Positioning, Navigation, and Timing. Our imaginative team has developed the world’s most precise network time synchronization and distribution capabilities – wirelessly syncing to sub-nanosecond accuracy. We’re solving leading-edge problems in RF location tracking and network communications. Our initial target market is asset tracking in dynamic industrial environments ($10B+), and the opportunities beyond that are endless. ZaiNar already complies with release 16 of 3GPP standards for 5G, to enable ZaiNar location tracking for any 5G-NR device without hardware changes. ZaiNar is VC-backed by tier 1 funds including Softbank, and has graduated from multiple accelerator programs including StartX, Alchemist, and Plug and Play.

Ensuring a diverse and inclusive workplace, where the best idea wins is, important to us. So, come join a curious, collaborative, and forward-thinking team, where everyone has the freedom to shape their own future, our company‘s, and the world’s – one nanosecond at a time.

THE ROLE

We are seeking an entry-level Electronic Engineer to assist in the development, manufacturing, test, and delivery of hardware components for our positioning system. You will work with digital and analog circuits, PCB layout, schematic capture, test measurements, microcontrollers, busses, low current operation, batteries, mechanical design and assembly, manufacturing, field testing, and more. Your work will require collaboration across our team – being involved with most aspects of taking a product from concept to field deployment and fulfilling our customer orders.

RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Review designs, assist with board bring up, assemble and test devices and systems.
  • Analyze and understand full system requirements.
  • Manage individual system components including procurement and testing of boards, enclosures, antennas, cables, and other hardware in coordination with other team members and vendors.
  • Stage, test, pack, ship, and deploy our demo systems.
  • Collect test data and write comprehensive reports.
  • Create and maintain system documentation.
  • Update existing and develop additional ATE systems for the PCBs and the overall system.
MUST HAVE ATTRIBUTES
  • BS/MS degree in EE.
  • Experience with collecting and storing data and documentation in Google Drive.
  • Competent in use and operation of Windows and Linux PCs, Microsoft Office, Google docs, etc.
  • Fluency in English (written and spoken).
SHOULD HAVE ATTRIBUTES
  • Can read and write Python and one other high-level or scripting languages.
  • Interest in automated test systems.
  • Manual dexterity to do PCB reworks on 0402 components.
NICE TO HAVE ATTRIBUTES
  • Exposure to Agile Scrum and Kanban methodologies.
  • WiFi PHY knowledge.
  • WiFi MAC knowledge.
  • Ability to effectively interface with Business Management and customers directly.
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Embedded Firmware Engineer

ABOUT US

At ZaiNar, we’re leveraging patented innovations using software-defined radios and advanced signal processing to build revolutionary new products in Positioning, Navigation, and Timing. Our imaginative team has developed the world’s most precise network time synchronization and distribution capabilities – wirelessly syncing to sub-nanosecond accuracy. We’re solving leading-edge problems in RF location tracking and network communications. Our initial target market is asset tracking in dynamic industrial environments ($10B+), and the opportunities beyond that are endless. ZaiNar already complies with release 16 of 3GPP standards for 5G, to enable ZaiNar location tracking for any 5G-NR device without hardware changes. ZaiNar is VC-backed by tier 1 funds including Softbank, and has graduated from multiple accelerator programs including StartX, Alchemist, and Plug and Play.

Ensuring a diverse and inclusive workplace, where the best idea wins is, important to us. So, come join a curious, collaborative, and forward-thinking team, where everyone has the freedom to shape their own future, our company‘s, and the world’s – one nanosecond at a time.

THE ROLE

We are seeking an Embedded Firmware Engineer with an understanding of some wireless communication protocols, WiFi preferred, to help deliver our innovative products to market. A successful candidate will have extensive experience developing firmware for communication interfaces, hands-on lab testing, and a proven track record of delivering products that work.

RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Develop firmware for embedded microcontrollers used in RF communications links.
  • Bring up, debug and, performance-optimize the firmware.
  • Operate with ATE systems during production testing.
  • Apply the firmware for certification pre-scans and laboratory testing.
  • Keep documentation up to date.
MUST HAVE ATTRIBUTES
  • BSc or MSc in EE or Computer Science.
  • EExtensive C, C++, and Python programming experience.
  • Deep knowledge of embedded microcontrollers, their firmware development platforms and tools.
  • RTOS and other embedded operating systems experience.
  • Experience with debugging hardware and embedded software using in-circuit emulators, logic analyzers, oscilloscopes, etc.
  • Exposure to Software Defined Radios and development.
  • Full competency in Microsoft Office and Google Suite.
  • Interpersonal skills and appreciation of other people's work discipline within a startup environment.
  • Fluency in English (written and spoken).
SHOULD HAVE ATTRIBUTES
  • Familiarity with ISM band signal measurements.
  • Experience programming in Linux.
  • High proficiency in Linux command line and Open Source tools.
  • Experience with GitHub, Jenkins, etc.
NICE TO HAVE ATTRIBUTES
  • Exposure to Agile Scrum and Kanban methodologies.
  • WiFi PHY knowledge.
  • WiFi MAC knowledge.
  • Ability to effectively interface with Business Management and customers directly.
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Junior Hardware Lab Tech

ABOUT US

At ZaiNar, we’re leveraging patented innovations using software-defined radios and advanced signal processing to build revolutionary new products in Positioning, Navigation, and Timing. Our imaginative team has developed the world’s most precise network time synchronization and distribution capabilities – wirelessly syncing to sub-nanosecond accuracy. We’re solving leading-edge problems in RF location tracking and network communications. Our initial target market is asset tracking in dynamic industrial environments ($10B+), and the opportunities beyond that are endless. ZaiNar already complies with release 16 of 3GPP standards for 5G, to enable ZaiNar location tracking for any 5G-NR device without hardware changes. ZaiNar is VC-backed by tier 1 funds including Softbank, and has graduated from multiple accelerator programs including StartX, Alchemist, and Plug and Play.

Ensuring a diverse and inclusive workplace, where the best idea wins is, important to us. So, come join a curious, collaborative, and forward-thinking team, where everyone has the freedom to shape their own future, our company‘s, and the world’s – one nanosecond at a time.

THE ROLE

We are seeking a Lab Technician to maintain overall system and individual hardware debugging, troubleshooting and test configurations. You will help keep the lab operational and assist in assembling and testing new hardware devices. Work requires SMD component rework, precision soldering, and detailed testing to ensure full functionality. The successful individual must be outgoing, self-motivated and have the ability to proactively see what needs to be done.

RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Configure and support various test configurations defined by both the engineering team and yourself.
  • Operate and maintain the test systems.
  • Update firmware configurations including drivers and software.
  • Organize and maintain the lab stock, inventory, tools and equipment.
  • Do mechanical assembly of our products.
  • SMT assembly and rework on surface mount PCBs (0402, TSOP, SOJ and FQFP).
  • Assemble cables.
MUST HAVE ATTRIBUTES
  • Experience working with SMT and soldering.
  • Great organizational skills.
  • Fluency in English (written and spoken) and strong communication skills.
SHOULD HAVE ATTRIBUTES
  • At least one year experience as a technician in an R&D environment.
  • Equipment knowledge includes: DMM, Power Supplies, and Oscilloscope.
  • Reading and interpreting schematics.
  • Troubleshooting competence.
  • Competent in use and operation of Windows PC OS and Linux OS (includes updating the BIOS and drivers).
  • Competent in using Microsoft Office and G-suite products.
  • Database exposure.
  • Mechanical aptitude.
NICE TO HAVE ATTRIBUTES
  • RF experience: VNA, Noise Figure System, Spectrum Analyzer.
  • Automated Test Programming (ATE).
  • Bash or Python scripting.
  • Associate’s Degree in a relevant technical field.
  • Navy or Air Force service.
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Senior Hardware Lab Tech

ABOUT US

At ZaiNar, we’re leveraging patented innovations using software-defined radios and advanced signal processing to build revolutionary new products in Positioning, Navigation, and Timing. Our imaginative team has developed the world’s most precise network time synchronization and distribution capabilities – wirelessly syncing to sub-nanosecond accuracy. We’re solving leading-edge problems in RF location tracking and network communications. Our initial target market is asset tracking in dynamic industrial environments ($10B+), and the opportunities beyond that are endless. ZaiNar already complies with release 16 of 3GPP standards for 5G, to enable ZaiNar location tracking for any 5G-NR device without hardware changes. ZaiNar is VC-backed by tier 1 funds including Softbank, and has graduated from multiple accelerator programs including StartX, Alchemist, and Plug and Play.

Ensuring a diverse and inclusive workplace, where the best idea wins is, important to us. So, come join a curious, collaborative, and forward-thinking team, where everyone has the freedom to shape their own future, our company‘s, and the world’s – one nanosecond at a time.

THE ROLE

We are seeking a Lab Technician to maintain overall system and individual hardware debugging, troubleshooting and test configurations. You will help keep the lab operational and assist in assembling and testing new hardware devices. Work requires SMD component rework, precision soldering, and detailed testing to ensure full functionality. The successful individual must be outgoing, self-motivated and have the ability to proactively see what needs to be done.

RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Configure and support various test configurations defined by both the engineering team and yourself.
  • Operate and maintain the test systems.
  • Update firmware configurations including drivers and software.
  • Organize and maintain the lab stock, inventory, tools and equipment.
  • Do mechanical assembly of our products.
  • SMT assembly and rework on surface mount PCBs (0402, TSOP, SOJ and FQFP).
  • Assemble cables.
MUST HAVE ATTRIBUTES
  • At least six years experience as a technician in an R&D environment.
  • Reading and interpreting schematics.
  • Troubleshooting competence.
  • Equipment knowledge includes: DMM, Power Supplies, and Oscilloscope.
  • Fluency in English (written and spoken) and strong communication skills.
SHOULD HAVE ATTRIBUTES
  • Competent in use and operation of Windows PC OS and Linux OS (includes updating the BIOS and drivers).
  • Competent in using Microsoft Office and G-suite products.
  • Database exposure.
  • Mechanical aptitude.
NICE TO HAVE ATTRIBUTES
  • RF experience: VNA, Noise Figure System, Spectrum Analyzer.
  • Automated Test Programming (ATE).
  • Bash or Python scripting.
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Senior Backend Software Engineer

ABOUT US

At ZaiNar, we’re leveraging patented innovations using software-defined radios and advanced signal processing to build revolutionary new products in Positioning, Navigation, and Timing. Our imaginative team has developed the world’s most precise network time synchronization and distribution capabilities – wirelessly syncing to sub-nanosecond accuracy. We’re solving leading-edge problems in RF location tracking and network communications. Our initial target market is asset tracking in dynamic industrial environments ($10B+), and the opportunities beyond that are endless. ZaiNar already complies with release 16 of 3GPP standards for 5G, to enable ZaiNar location tracking for any 5G-NR device without hardware changes. ZaiNar is VC-backed by tier 1 funds including Softbank, and has graduated from multiple accelerator programs including StartX, Alchemist, and Plug and Play.

Ensuring a diverse and inclusive workplace, where the best idea wins is, important to us. So, come join a curious, collaborative, and forward-thinking team, where everyone has the freedom to shape their own future, our company‘s, and the world’s – one nanosecond at a time.

THE ROLE

We are seeking a Senior Backend Software Engineer with practical experience building great software. You will help to create web services that deliver an ML-powered highly-scalable location/positioning platform. You should have at least 7 years or more of experience as a Backend engineer. Hands-on experience working with a cloud platform, preferably AWS, is required. Experience building commercially-deployed software is also necessary. In your role, you will fully support automated unit and integration testing and system/regression testing.

This role operates closely with Embedded/Edge SW and HW development teams. The successful individual must be self-motivated and have the ability to proactively see what needs to be done.

RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Design, code and work within AWS to build backend web services.
  • Code in python to support ML models.
  • Work with signal processing and data scientists to build and deploy services encapsulating ML models.
  • Build location management functionality that scales up to serve millions of concurrent clients globally.
  • Prepare web-based reports, populate dashboards, and provide design documentation.
  • Identify and record bugs.
  • Be a self-starter, own your work from concept to deployment.
  • Work in an environment that supports your individual growth.
MUST HAVE ATTRIBUTES
  • Development experience with Python is a must (experience in other programming languages will be considered as a plus, with a strong preference for C/C++ and Java).
  • Experience with Amazon Web Services (EC2, S3, API GW, ECS, Lambda, IoT Core, SageMaker, and Greengrass).
  • Experience in relational database, data modeling, and developing SQL queries.
  • Hands-on experience with Continuous Integration systems.
  • Fluency in English (written and spoken) and strong communication skills.
  • Interpersonal skills and appreciation of other people's work discipline within a startup environment.
  • The ability to work in an agile team.
SHOULD HAVE ATTRIBUTES
  • BSc degree in Computer Science, Engineering or a related subject.
  • 7+ years of web services development experience.
  • Experience with microservice architectural frameworks.
  • Development experience with Linux/Unix platform.
  • Capability in debugging complex software applications, performance tuning and profiling.
  • Experience using configuration management tools such as Jira, and experience using version control systems such as Git.
NICE TO HAVE ATTRIBUTES
  • MSc degree in Computer Science, Engineering or a related subject.
  • Experience in ML workflow, including labeling, data preparation, feature engineering, training, tuning, hosting and monitoring.
  • Knowledge and prior experience in Kubernetes environment, a great plus.
  • Experience on ElasticSearch and Kibana platforms.
  • Some web design/development and/or software application development experience (web or mobile).
  • Experience with HTML5, CSS, Javascript, web services (SOAP and REST), XML.
  • Ability to also interface with Business Management and customers directly.
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Senior Linux Software Engineer

ABOUT US

At ZaiNar, we’re leveraging patented innovations using software-defined radios and advanced signal processing to build revolutionary new products in Positioning, Navigation, and Timing. Our imaginative team has developed the world’s most precise network time synchronization and distribution capabilities – wirelessly syncing to sub-nanosecond accuracy. We’re solving leading-edge problems in RF location tracking and network communications. Our initial target market is asset tracking in dynamic industrial environments ($10B+), and the opportunities beyond that are endless. ZaiNar already complies with release 16 of 3GPP standards for 5G, to enable ZaiNar location tracking for any 5G-NR device without hardware changes. ZaiNar is VC-backed by tier 1 funds including Softbank, and has graduated from multiple accelerator programs including StartX, Alchemist, and Plug and Play.

Ensuring a diverse and inclusive workplace, where the best idea wins is, important to us. So, come join a curious, collaborative, and forward-thinking team, where everyone has the freedom to shape their own future, our company‘s, and the world’s – one nanosecond at a time.

THE ROLE

We are seeking a Senior Linux Software Engineer for a technical leadership role in delivering our innovative products to the market. You are to exemplify critical thinking, mentor your peers and juniors alike, and effectively contribute to the highest levels of engineering efficiency. You have hands-on technical expertise covering Linux application architecture, data modeling, intra- and inter-system communication, system security, operating system, and leverage of multi-CPU and GPU-enabled systems. You are to drive the SW quality standards, implement automated design documentation generation, and support unit/integration testing and system/regression testing aimed at assuring the core system KPIs.

RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Architect, design, develop, code, test, and debug system software.
  • Review code and guide improvements towards the highest standards of design.
  • Analyze and enhance efficiency, stability, and scalability of system resources.
  • Interface with hardware design and development.
  • Assess third party and Open Source software for optimal inclusion into our system solutions.
MUST HAVE ATTRIBUTES
  • Expert knowledge of Python, extensive experience with C/C++.
  • Strong software engineering skills - Architecture and design.
  • Programming in Linux user and driver spaces.
  • API design and development.
  • Hands-on experience with Docker containers, Linux shell scripting.
  • Experience with CI systems, including full-scale quality build and test automation.
  • Interpersonal skills and appreciation of other people's work discipline within a startup environment.
  • PFluency in English (written and spoken).
SHOULD HAVE ATTRIBUTES
  • Collegiate degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related subject.
  • AWS-based containerization is a strong plus.
  • Deep understanding and experience in SW design patterns, data structures, and advanced real-time programming techniques.
NICE TO HAVE ATTRIBUTES
  • RExperience with the CUDA platform.
  • Experience with embedded RTOS and/or embedded Linux systems.
  • Familiarity with embedded debugging tools including logic analyzers, oscilloscopes, etc.
  • The practice of Agile Scrum and Kanban methodologies.
  • Ability to effectively interface with Business Management and customers directly.
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