Zebra Technologies

Principal Hardware Systems Engineer

Zebra Technologies, Austin, TX, United States

Remote Work: No

Overview:

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.

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.

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.

Let’s create tomorrow together.

Rugged tablets are our fastest growing segment! Come join a small, but mighty team!

We are seeking an experienced Principal Hardware Systems Engineer to work in our small, fast paced team within a large organization, working across internal and external partners to deliver innovative, leadership products that solve our enterprise customer's problems.

This is an exciting role for you will develop, design, evaluate, and/or modify rugged tablet and point of sale systems with a focus on Android and Microsoft Windows products.

You will have the opportunity to develop system architecture and ensure the integrity of the architecture/design consistent with customer and regulatory requirements.

This is a hybrid role in our Austin, TX office.

3-days in the office.

Responsibilities:

Responsible for end to end development; product creation to product launch.
Architects, designs, and supports developing, and testing of system solutions to several highly-complex technical projects. Creates system specifications for the projects. Leads technology roadmap process. Recommends project approach and goals
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
Prioritizes quality and seeks out improvements in all aspects of the projects
Maintains keen awareness of competitor products and development direction to help direct designs to surpass the competition
Uses status as a developer of novel and creative solutions to build business and bring positive attention to technologies and services
With other engineering disciplines, develops next generation ideas and solutions to meet client needs before the competition
Analyzes competitor intellectual property and participates in activities related to protecting intellectual property
Exercises independent judgment in methods, techniques and evaluation criteria for obtaining results
Creates formal networks involving coordination among groups
Serves as organization spokesperson on specialized projects or programs
Acts as prime consultant on large projects that affect the organization's long-term goals and objectives
May also be responsible for accessories.
May supervise the activities of others

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree or Master's in an engineering (electrical, mechanical, computer science) discipline required.
Bachelor's degree and 9+ years' experience or Masters degree and 6+ years' experience required.
Hardware development experience with Android and Windows based-computer systems required.
Knowledge of hardware architectures such as CPU, Memory, Storage, Power Management, and subsystems such as batteries, wireless displays, etc. required.
Ability to translate customer use into design requirements required.
Demonstrated delivery of innovative products.

Preferred Qualifications:

Mobile product development experience highly preferred.
Rugged enterprise products experience highly preferred.
Experience with product performance benchmarking and testing preferred.
Demonstrated ability to present to C-suite leaders.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to drive resolution of complex problems.
Knowledge of regulatory requirements as it relates to hardware device development and release.

Zebra is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability and 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 workplace.accommodations@zebra.com. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.

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We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Zebra is a federal contractor and is committed to an alcohol and drug free workplace. As a result, all U.S. based employees are subject to the Drug and Alcohol Free Workplace Policy and Procedure.

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 133000.00 - USD 199400.00 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.

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 @zebra.com 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.