Senior Edge Infrastructure Engineer

Description

Full Job Description

We are looking for a Senior Edge Infrastructure Engineer to own provisioning and operations for our distributed fleet of Linux-based edge devices, cameras, and sensors. You'll replace manual processes with automated PXE-based deployment and configuration management, and support our onsite Installation Engineers by keeping systems deployment-ready and fleet health strong. Senior individual-contributor role.

Why join us

• Mission with real impact. You'll help the world's most essential companies stay competitive, sustainable, and safe in a world of labor shortages and rising costs.

• Category-defining moment. With global manufacturers already deploying Almetra and fresh funding, we're scaling fast across Europe and the US.

• Fleet at scale, real ownership. You'll build the automated backbone behind hundreds of edge devices running in live factories.

• High bar, high trust. You'll work directly with founders, product, and engineering to define how we deploy and operate hardware at scale.

What you’ll do

• Own and develop PXE-based provisioning pipelines; automate configuration, testing, and deployment for Linux edge devices

• Manage the operational lifecycle of the deployed fleet, including monitoring, patching, and remote diagnostics

• Support Installation Engineers with fully prepared equipment, clear documentation, and remote troubleshooting

• Manage secure network configurations (routing, VPN, firewalls) for distributed customer environments

• Define standards for fleet maintenance, reliability, and automated tooling

You are

• Significant experience administering and troubleshooting Linux systems

• Hands-on with PXE/network boot and unattended provisioning

• Proficient in Bash/Python and configuration management/IaC tools

• Solid networking knowledge (IP, VLANs, DHCP, DNS, Firewalls, VPNs)

• Experience with WireGuard or similar VPN tools like Tailscale

• Experience managing distributed fleets at scale

• Ability to work from Berlin with up to 50% travel to customer sites

• Professional English proficiency

Nice to have

• Experience building agentic or LLM-based workflows to generate, adapt, or validate infrastructure and device configurations

• Familiarity with industrial environments (IoT, cameras, fieldbus protocols)

• Professional German proficiency

• a valid driver's license to be able to transport equipment to client site and conduct installations.

Expected to occasionally lift 30kg+

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What we offer

Employee Share Options Program for all permanent employees*

An increasing benefits list: currently includes Urban Sports club and quarterly team retreats.

Be on the forefront in defining what artificial intelligence means in manufacturing

Gain hands-on experience in working in an AI-first software company

Supportive and inclusive culture that values diversity and promotes the advancement of underrepresented groups within the company

Collaborate with a diverse (currently more than 10 nationalities) and talented team, working on cutting-edge projects with real-world impact

Network with professionals and leaders in the field, opening doors to potential future career opportunities

We have a very flat hierarchy, open 360° feedback, and flexible working hours

Ethics⚖: We are committed to developing ethical AI software

Don't meet all the requirements?

Almetra is committed to creating a workplace that is diverse, fair, and inclusive. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds, even if they do not meet every qualification, to submit their application. We firmly believe that having a team with diverse perspectives only strengthens our company and drives innovation. Our commitment also extends to providing an accessible environment for everyone, including those with disabilities. Please let us know if you require any accommodations during the application process or while working with us, and we will do our best to support you.

*Only full-time, permanent roles are eligible for stock options. Part-time roles, contract roles, work-student, internships and freelance roles are not eligible for stock options.

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