Remote Work: Hybrid <div>Overview:</div><div> At Zebra, we are a community of innovators who come together to create new ways of working to make everyday life better. United by curiosity and care, we develop dynamic solutions that anticipate our customer’s and partner’s needs and solve their challenges. </div><div> </div><div> Being a part of Zebra Nation means being seen, heard, valued, and respected. Drawing from our diverse perspectives, we collaborate to deliver on our purpose. Here you are a part of a team pushing boundaries to redefine the work of tomorrow for organizations, their employees, and those they serve. </div><div> </div><div> You have opportunities to learn and lead at a forward-thinking company, defining your path to a fulfilling career while channeling your skills toward causes that you care about – locally and globally. We’ve only begun reimaging the future – for our people, our customers, and the world.</div><div> </div><div> Let’s create tomorrow together.</div><div> </div>The Principal Systems Engineer is responsible for designing, developing, and managing complex systems that integrate hardware and software components. This role requires expertise in embedded systems, cloud computing, and UI/UX development, as well as a strong ability to lead and collaborate with cross-functional teams. ***Location: Onsite (hybrid) in Lincolnshire, IL or Holtsville, NY. Responsibilities: <ul><li>Architect, design and develop embedded systems solutions using Java and other relevant technologies. Lead “first-use” integration efforts and APIs from hardware/firmware business units to expand on existing architecture and identify use-case issues.</li><li>Champions new thinking and creativity in team members to cultivate and retain top talent.  Coaches’ others on how to effectively develop, communicate, and implement new solutions or new ways of enhancing existing ones.</li><li>Maintains keen awareness of competitor products and development direction to help direct designs to surpass the competition.</li><li>Contribute to UI/UX design and development for “fast-water” front-end prototyping.  Collaborate with front-end developers to create intuitive, responsive and demonstrative UI/UX designs.</li><li>Build demo “scripts” of developed proof-of-concepts (PoCs) and assist with the set-up, maintenance and tear-down of demos and prototypes.</li><li>Lead and manage Kubernetes clusters and ensure efficient orchestration of containerized applications.</li><li>Architect and implement cloud solutions, with a preference for Google Cloud Platform (GCP).</li><li>Conduct system diagnostics and performance tuning to optimize system functionality.</li><li>Work closely with technical product owners (TPOs) and other stakeholders, product management and engineering teams to define system requirements and deliverables and execute those deliverables in fastest approach to MVP (minimum viable product).</li></ul> Qualifications: Required Qualifications: <ul><li>Bachelors degree required.</li><li>9+ years of experience.</li><li>Java Programming experience: Advanced proficiency in Java for developing robust and scalable applications.</li><li>Android Development experience: Expertise in design, development and deployment of Android-capable devices in Java and/or Kotlin, including intents and threading models.</li><li>AI Integration experience: Experience in working with ready-built AI libraries and integrating them into projects.</li><li>Cloud Computing experience: Proficiency in cloud technologies, with a preference for GCP.</li><li>UI/UX Development experience: Ability to collaborate on front-end design and enhance user experiences.</li><li>Database Architecture experience: Understanding of database architecture principles and best practices.</li><li>Team Leadership Experience: Leading/ managing experience, experience and expertise in scheduling and reporting.</li></ul>Preferred Qualifications: <ul><li>Master’s degree preferred with 6+ years of experience.</li><li>Leadership conflict resolution experience.</li><li>Excellent verbal and written communications skills.</li><li>Kubernetes experience: Strong expertise in managing Kubernetes clusters.</li><li>Embedded Systems experience: Experience in designing and implementing embedded systems.</li><li>AI Development experience: Familiarity with LLM development and training, AI tools (PyTorch, TensorFlow, etc.).</li><li>Systems Diagnostics experience: Ability to conduct thorough system diagnostics and troubleshoot issues, as well as “post-mortem” analysis and documentation.</li><li>CI/CD Tools experience: Jenkins or other automated build/deploy tools preferred.</li></ul>***Role will be located onsite (hybrid) in our Lincolnshire, IL or Holtsville, NY office. Come join our team!  Zebra is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law. If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance in applying for a position, please contact us at <a href="mailto:workplace.accommodations@zebra.com" target="_blank">workplace.accommodations@zebra.com</a> The EEO is the Law poster is available here: <a href="https://www.zebra.com/content/dam/zebra/compliance/eeoisthelawposter.pdf." target="_blank">https://www.zebra.com/content/dam/zebra/compliance/eeoisthelawposter.pdf.</a> The EEO is the Law poster supplement is available here: <a href="https://www.zebra.com/content/dam/zebra/compliance/ginasupplement.pdf." target="_blank">https://www.zebra.com/content/dam/zebra/compliance/ginasupplement.pdf.</a>We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation. Zebra Total Rewards includes more than just pay and is structured to meet the needs of our changing global business and evolving talent. We are committed to providing our employees with a benefits program that is comprehensive and competitive – including healthcare, wellness, inclusion networks, and continued learning and development offerings. We offer community service days, in addition to the traditional insurances, compensation, parental leave, employee assistance program and paid time off offerings depending on the country where you work. Salary: USD 136100.00 - USD 204100.00 Yearly Salary offered will vary depending on your location, job-related skills, knowledge, and experience. Additionally, all Zebra roles are eligible for cash incentive programs. For example, sales roles have additional opportunity to earn substantial variable compensation tied to quota achievement. In most other roles, the Zebra annual cash incentive program links Company and individual performance together. Some roles may also be eligible for long-term incentive equity awards. <div>To protect candidates from falling victim to online fraudulent activity involving fake job postings and employment offers, please be aware our recruiters will always connect with you via <a href="https://www.zebra.com/ap/en.html">@zebra.com</a> email accounts. Applications are only accepted through our applicant tracking system and only accept personal identifying information through that system. Our Talent Acquisition team will not ask for you to provide personal identifying information via e-mail or outside of the system. If you are a victim of identity theft contact your local police department.</div>

Zebra Technologies

Principal Systems Engineer

Zebra Technologies