About the company
Our client is a fast-growing software company.
The role
Raydar is recruiting for this role on behalf of our client. Keep automated lab systems running reliably by operating and monitoring them, diagnosing hardware and software faults, carrying out upkeep, and working alongside engineering and science colleagues to make the systems better over time.
What you'll do
- Run and watch automated experiments as they execute.
- Diagnose and resolve faults in hardware and software.
- Carry out routine and corrective maintenance on equipment.
- Partner with engineering and scientific staff to improve system performance.
- Document incidents clearly for the wider team.
Requirements
What we're looking for
- Hands-on experience with robotics, hardware or automation systems, ideally gained at a startup.
- A technical undergraduate qualification in a relevant engineering or science field.
- Confident validating equipment through live operation instead of isolated trial setups.
- Experience troubleshooting automation equipment, whether hardware or software.
- Strong written communication skills for reporting incidents.
- Able to cover staggered schedules that include evenings, overnight hours and weekends.
Bonus points
- Prior work in equipment testing, on-site technical support or live machine operations would be an asset.
- Working knowledge of observability software used to track system health and raise warnings.
- Familiarity with life science laboratory equipment.
Benefits
Compensation and benefits
- Base salary: USD 115,000 to 180,000 per year
- Equity
- Health and dental coverage
- Retirement savings plan
- Flexible time off
Location and work model
- San Francisco, California, United States
- On-site
- Full-time
Skills Required
- Hands-on experience with robotics, hardware, or automation systems
- Technical undergraduate qualification in a relevant engineering or science field
- Experience validating equipment through live operation
- Experience troubleshooting automation equipment, hardware, or software
- Strong written communication skills for incident reporting
- Availability for staggered schedules, including evenings, overnight hours, and weekends
- Experience in equipment testing, on-site technical support, or live machine operations
- Working knowledge of observability software for tracking system health and raising warnings
- Familiarity with life science laboratory equipment
What We Do
Raydar is a talent acquisition and business consulting firm that connects world-class and emerging talent with growing organizations. It supports companies through team development, strategic hiring, and customized growth solutions, helping clients recruit roles such as engineers, product managers, executives, legal counsel, and quantitative traders. Raydar focuses on understanding each organization’s needs, culture, and long-term goals to build high-impact teams.
