Telematics Systems Engineer

AlignOps•Indianapolis, IN

2d•Onsite

About The Position

This is a highly unique, cross-disciplinary role for an engineer who enjoys bridging the gap between physical IoT hardware and cloud-based software systems. You will be responsible for evaluating, configuring, integrating, testing, and deploying industrial telematics and IoT devices that power real-time data collection across construction fleets and equipment. Success in this role requires equal comfort working with device documentation, communication protocols, sensors, serial interfaces, and machine-generated data, as well as software, APIs, databases, and cloud-connected applications. If you enjoy solving problems that span both hardware and software domains, this role offers a unique opportunity to make a direct impact on customer operations. Important: This is not a traditional full-stack software engineering role, nor is it a hardware design role. You will work extensively with existing industrial IoT and telematics devices, vendor-specific configuration tools, communication protocols, and edge-device behavior to ensure reliable data collection and transmission within the AlignOps ecosystem.

Requirements

5+ years of experience in software development with embedded systems or closely related fields
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent experience
Strong understanding of embedded systems concepts (e.g., state machines, RTOS, event-driven programming)
Experience working with IoT, telematics, GPS systems, or machine-to-machine communication
Proficiency in Python or similar programming languages and familiarity with relational databases (e.g., MySQL)
Experience optimizing real-time data transmission, particularly over cellular networks
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills
High attention to detail with the ability to manage complex technical evaluations
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
Customer-focused mindset with a commitment to delivering impactful solutions

Nice To Haves

You enjoy solving problems that span hardware, firmware, communications protocols, and cloud software
You understand serial communications concepts such as TX/RX, baud rates, RS-232, RS-485, or TTL interfaces
You have experience troubleshooting physical devices in addition to software systems
You enjoy investigating why a device is not reporting data as much as analyzing the data once it arrives
You have worked with commercial telematics, fleet management, GPS tracking, or industrial IoT platforms
You have hands-on experience configuring devices from vendors such as CalAmp, Suntech, Geotab, Samsara, Teltonika, Digital Matter, Queclink, or similar industrial IoT providers
You are comfortable working within hardware-specific configuration environments, vendor tools, and proprietary scripting or rules engines
You appreciate the challenge of optimizing real-world device behavior within the constraints of power consumption, network availability, and hardware capabilities

Responsibilities

Analyze IoT devices, protocols, and machine-generated data to implement customer-centric solutions
Evaluate hardware and manufacturer documentation to determine product fit and integration opportunities
Configure and integrate third-party IoT hardware into AlignOps platforms for production use
Develop and execute testing strategies, including proof-of-concept and validation testing
Build and refine scalable processes for deploying and supporting IoT devices at scale
Collaborate with product owners and engineering teams to meet technical specifications and business requirements
Design, develop, and optimize software for real-time data exchange and system performance
Write and optimize device-configuration scripts and vendor-specific logic that control device behavior, power management, reporting intervals, and data collection
Bench-test new device models using serial interfaces (RS-232/TTL), terminal emulation software, and manufacturer configuration tools
Map, wire, configure, and test integrations with relays, digital and analog sensors, GPS modules, and vehicle power systems
Troubleshoot hardware, connectivity, and communication issues at the physical and protocol layers before escalating software-related issues
Optimize data transmission reliability and performance across cellular and satellite communication networks
Maintain high-quality standards by adhering to engineering best practices and organizational processes
Stay current with emerging technologies, protocols, and industry advancements in IoT and telematics
Support cross-functional teams and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives
Other duties as assigned