Panoptyc

Lead Hardware Engineer

Panoptyc2 months ago
Location

Mexico

Workplace

Remote

Type

Full Time

Salary

USD 150,000 – 220,000

Level

Lead

Role

Hardware Engineer

Posted

Apr 29, 2026

Full TimeRemoteLead

The role

Summary

Panoptyc is seeking a Lead Hardware Engineer to drive the development and management of their edge device platform for AI-powered retail security solutions. The role focuses on embedded systems, cloud-connected infrastructure, and computer vision, requiring deep expertise in hardware optimization, cloud connectivity, and IoT device management across challenging real-world retail environments.

What you'll do

Edge Device Platform: Design and maintain embedded computing solutions using Raspberry Pi and NVIDIA Jetson platforms
Cloud Connectivity: Manage AWS IoT Core integration, device provisioning, and fleet-wide configuration
System Integration: Build robust integrations with IP cameras, POS systems, and video pipelines
AI Workload Optimization: Tune model inference for constrained hardware, focusing on performance and resource efficiency
Engineering Culture: Collaborate cross-functionally, document architectures, and leverage AI coding tools

What we look for

Technical

Embedded Systems5+ years of experience with embedded Linux and edge hardware deployment
Cloud InfrastructureAdvanced knowledge of AWS IoT and cloud-connected device management

Education

Computer EngineeringBachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related technical field preferred
Computer ScienceAdvanced understanding of systems programming and hardware-software interfaces

Experience

Hardware EngineeringProven track record of designing and deploying edge computing solutions in production environments
IoT SystemsDemonstrated ability to manage complex IoT device fleets with robust remote management capabilities

Skills

Required skills

Embedded Linux5+ years of hands-on experience with embedded Linux systems and production edge hardware deployments
AWS IoTDeep expertise in AWS IoT Core and Greengrass, including device provisioning and fleet management
PythonStrong production-level Python programming skills
Linux systemdFluency in writing unit files, managing dependencies, and implementing failure recovery
DockerExperienced with multi-stage builds, resource constraints, and container orchestration
Camera IntegrationHands-on experience with RTSP and ONVIF protocols
NVIDIA JetsonPractical experience with Jetson devices and AI inference workloads

Nice to have

SOC 2Familiarity with compliance environments and device fleet management
Computer VisionExposure to ML model deployment and computer vision pipelines
Retail TechnologyExperience with loss prevention or transaction audit systems
PCB DesignBackground in custom PCB design or hardware BOM ownership

Compensation & benefits

Salary

USD 150,000 – 220,000 (annual)

Benefits

Remote Work

Fully remote work arrangement with flexible schedule

Cutting-Edge Technology

Opportunity to work on advanced AI and edge computing technologies

High Autonomy

Significant individual responsibility and impact in a high-output team

Professional Development

Continuous learning environment with exposure to emerging hardware and AI technologies

Interview process

  1. 1
    Initial Screening — Technical resume review and initial phone screening
  2. 2
    Technical Interview — In-depth discussion of embedded systems, cloud connectivity, and hardware optimization experience
  3. 3
    Systems Design Challenge — Practical assessment of edge device architecture and problem-solving skills
  4. 4
    Team Interview — Collaborative discussion with engineering team to assess cultural and technical fit
  5. 5
    Final Interview — Meeting with CTO to discuss strategic vision and role expectations
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Panoptyc is a software company that provides supply chain visibility and intelligence solutions for enterprises. The company offers a platform designed to help organizations monitor, track, and optimize their supply chain operations in real-time. Panoptyc's technology enables businesses to gain comprehensive visibility across their supply networks, identify risks, and make data-driven decisions to improve efficiency and resilience. The platform serves companies across various industries that rely on complex global supply chains.

panoptyc.com

Tech Stack

Languages
Python
Frameworks
DockerAWS Greengrass
Databases
AWS IoT Core
Tools
NVIDIA JetsonRaspberry Pi CM4/CM5
Other
RTSPONVIF
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