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Job Description About Us With more than 2 million nautical miles sailed and 50,000 days at sea, Saildrone has earned the trust of governments worldwide. Our unmanned surface vehicles (USVs) deliver continuous, real-time intelligence in the toughest oceans on Earth—giving our partners faster awareness, stronger security, and a decisive edge at sea. Our USVs are long-range, extreme-endurance platforms powered by advanced sensors and proprietary AI - they have been designed to operate where no crewed vessel can. They collect critical insights above and below the surface to support border security, law enforcement, naval operations, and undersea infrastructure protection. Headquartered in Alameda, CA, with offices in Washington, DC, and global deployment hubs, Saildrone operates missions worldwide. Join a fast-moving, mission-driven team at the intersection of AI, autonomy, and defense technology—where data turns into intelligence, and intelligence drives action. The Role Saildrone is seeking qualified Mission Controllers to join the team at Saildrone, HQ in Alameda CA. The Saildrone Mission Controller’s primary responsibilities are to plan the operational on-the-water aspects of a diverse set of missions. Monitoring vehicle performance and vehicle health, communicating both internally and externally in service to our customers. Mission Controllers are positioned at a crucial crossroads in the organization, communicating mission objectives and technical expertise and to several stakeholders. Candidates can expect their day to day work to be spent on the forefront of industry leading autonomous vehicle operations worldwide. Responsibilities Mission Readiness • Assess mission feasibility in partnership with Program Delivery and Sales teams, • Saildrone POC for local maritime authorities, Coast Guard, Vessel Traffic, & Port captains., • Manage Reserves and Sanctuaries access permissions and special reporting., • Assist customers with routing suggestions to optimize mission outcomes, • Manage customer communications on Saildrone’s mission portal, routing and concept of operations (CONOPS), and connecting technical issues to internal SMEs, • Participate in regular customer meetings and provide customer training when appropriate, • Actively develop and refine process documentation integral to Mission Control operations Fleet Execution • Coordinate with the Fleet Captains across Surveyor, Voyager, and Explorer fleets related to mission readiness, drone allocation, deployments, & recoveries., • Liaise with Technical Operations teams to ensure mission readiness and support troubleshooting of drone issues on mission., • Oversee the daily mission drone operations, coordinating with drone operators (pilots) and program managers to ensure consistent operations and customer support., • Passage planning, regional weather watch, global maritime operations, • Monitor the health of the drone fleet, and provide updates and feedback to external and internal stakeholders, • Manage timelines and provide mission status updates regarding on-the-water operations to all relevant parties, • Communicate daily mission objectives to enable successful piloting and tasking 24/7/365 Cross Functional • Partner with Product team to develop and support roadmapping for continuous improvements to user interfaces, • Provide feedback to internal teams regarding drone performance and health issues to support quality, • Partner with R&D teams to develop and execute test plans for new products and features Required Skills and Experience • Deep understanding of maritime operations, including navigation, COLREGS and safety procedures, • Experience within Command and Control Center environments, • Detail-oriented with a disciplined approach to communications, processes, and projects, • Possess excellent oral and written communication skills, • Able to interact with multiple audiences, including governmental agency leadership, senior executives and engineers., • Interest and passion for new technology, Maritime Awareness, Ocean Mapping, and Ocean Data Desired Skills and Experience • Significant time on ships, standing on-bridge watches, • 5-10 years of experience leading teams in a maritime environment., • Demonstrated record of success translating and prioritizing mission needs into actionable outcomes., • Active or prior Security clearance is a plus, • Experience on sailboats is a plus Physical Requirements • Work is performed on a computer and requires ability to attend in-person and/or virtual meetings and operate a keyboard and other peripheral devices., • Travel Requirements: A willingness to travel to conferences to represent Saildrone, and engage with potential customers and data specialists Location: This position is in Alameda, CA. Our waterfront office offers beautiful views of San Francisco Bay in always sunny Alameda. All employees are required to provide proof of authorization to work in the U.S. within their first 3 days of work. Please note that the Company does not sponsor employees for work visas or permanent resident cards to work in the U.S. If you need sponsorship for a work visa or green card, you will not be qualified for employment with Saildrone. Benefits: • Paid time off, including vacation, bereavement, jury duty, sick time and parental leave, • Comprehensive and competitive medical, dental and vision plans, and HSA with employer matching., • Company sponsored life insurance, • Stock Options, • Annual stipend for continued learning and development, • Quarterly company BBQs at our Alameda HQ (bring your friends and family!), • Free Bay Area Public Transportation via AlamedaTMA with the BayPass Clipper Card The salary range for this role is $100,200-$149,700 annually. Individual compensation packages are based on geographic location, scope of the role, and relevant experience, among other factors. Saildrone is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. #LI-Onsite

Job DescriptionAbout Our Team Chef Robotics is on a mission to accelerate the advent of intelligent machines in the physical world. As the rise of LLMs like ChatGPT has shown, AI has the potential to drive immense change. However, we believe AI’s biggest impact will be in the physical world, given industries like manufacturing, food, and transportation represent 90% of global GDP. We're starting with food, with a goal to put an intelligent robot in every commercial kitchen in the world. We have signed multiple multi-year contracts with various large food companies and we are growing fast. We're backed by investors like Kleiner Perkins, Construct, Bloomberg BETA and Promus Ventures. We have a great team, where you will be surrounded by talented engineers and tech leaders from companies like Cruise, Zoox, Google, Verb Surgical, Tesla, Nuro, Vicarious, Amazon Robotics, Strateos, Built Robotics, Facebook, Plenty, Yelp, and Microsoft. About the Role As a Senior Software Engineer, Generalist at Chef Robotics, you'll play a pivotal role in the design, development, and implementation of software systems across our entire robotics platform. You'll work closely with cross-functional teams including robotics engineers, hardware engineers, and specialists across the tech stack to ensure seamless integration of software components into our food automation systems. This role requires versatility and deep expertise across multiple technical domains, with the ability to contribute to all phases of the software development lifecycle and build comprehensive solutions that power our intelligent food preparation robots.Cross-Functional Software Development • Collaborate with robotics engineers, hardware engineers, and other software engineers across the tech stack to design, develop, and deploy software solutions for food automation robots, • Participate in all phases of the software development lifecycle, including requirements gathering, design, implementation, testing, deployment, and maintenance, • Develop robust, scalable, and maintainable software systems that meet the unique challenges of commercial food production environments, • Implement algorithms for perception, manipulation, motion planning, and control to enable autonomous food preparation behavior, • Work across frontend dashboards, backend APIs, and cloud infrastructure to build comprehensive solutions that integrate with robotics hardware and AI systemsDatabase & Data Pipeline Architecture, • Design and optimize database schemas to support robot operations, telemetry, recipe management, and system analytics, • Implement efficient data pipelines between on-device robotics systems and cloud services, • Create data access layers and APIs that enable seamless integration across multiple subsystems, • Develop real-time data processing systems for robotics telemetry and performance monitoring, • Establish data integrity protocols and backup systems across distributed robotics deploymentsSoftware Performance & Reliability, • Optimize software performance and reliability to meet stringent food safety requirements and operational standards, • Implement fault-tolerant systems with high availability requirements for production food preparation environments, • Conduct thorough testing and validation of software components to ensure functionality, accuracy, and safety in commercial kitchens, • Develop comprehensive monitoring, logging, and alerting systems across the entire software stack, • Create diagnostic tools and performance optimization solutions for operational visibility across all system componentsTechnology Integration & Innovation, • Stay current with emerging technologies and industry trends in autonomous systems, robotics, and food automation technology, • Integrate new sensor data, perception algorithms, and AI/ML components into existing software architecture, • Implement automated deployment pipelines, infrastructure-as-code practices, and modern development workflows, • Develop data pipelines between on-device robotics systems and cloud services for real-time operations, • Contribute to technical architecture decisions and help establish software engineering standards across teamsRequired Qualifications - Technical Expertise, • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent practical experience, • 7+ years of professional experience in software development with demonstrated full-stack capabilities, • Proven experience in software development, with a focus on autonomous systems, robotics, or related fields, • Strong proficiency in programming languages such as Python and JavaScript/TypeScript, with emphasis on object-oriented design and development, • Experience with software development tools and frameworks commonly used in robotics and autonomous systems (e.g., ROS, OpenCV, TensorFlow, etc.), • Familiarity with sensor fusion techniques, perception algorithms, and other technologies relevant to autonomous robotics operations, • Advanced understanding of cloud infrastructure and deployment (AWS, GCP, or Azure), • Experience with containerization (Docker) and orchestration (Kubernetes) technologiesLeadership & Domain Knowledge, • Proven experience leading complex, multi-disciplinary software projects from conception to deployment, • Strong background in system architecture design and cross-functional technical decision-making, • Understanding of real-time systems, robotics integration, and high-performance application requirements, • Experience with CI/CD practices, infrastructure-as-code, and production deployment workflows, • Knowledge of secure system design including authentication, authorization, and data protection, • Familiarity with performance optimization across multiple technology stacksPersonal Attributes, • Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced startup environment, • Excellent communication skills and ability to clearly articulate technical concepts to cross-functional teams, • Adaptability and comfort working across different technology stacks and problem domains, • Collaborative team player who works effectively with robotics engineers, hardware engineers, and other specialists, • Comfort with working startup-oriented hours and commitment to working onsite five days a week, • Passion for robotics and food automation technology with drive to stay current with emerging technologiesDesired Qualifications, • Experience with robotics systems integration and understanding of ROS or similar frameworks, • Knowledge of real-time communication systems including WebSockets and message queues, • Experience with time-series databases and telemetry data processing, • Background in manufacturing, food production, or industrial automation, • Familiarity with 3D rendering using Three.js or Three Fiber, • Experience with monitoring and observability tools across multiple system components, • Knowledge of AI/ML system integration and deployment workflows, • Startup experience with track record of shipping working products under tight deadlines, • Experience with microservices architecture and distributed systems designKey Projects You'll Work On, • Contributing to end-to-end features that span robotics hardware, perception systems, cloud services, and user interfaces, • Developing software solutions that enable autonomous food preparation behavior across diverse ingredients and recipes, • Implementing comprehensive testing and validation frameworks for software components across the platform, • Building performance optimization and monitoring systems that ensure reliable operation in commercial food environments

Job Description TITLE: Senior Network/PC Analyst LOCATION: Oakland, CASystem Center Configuration Manager (SCCM)/Endpoint Manager)Windows Deployment Server (WDS)Wyse Management Suite Pro (WMS)SUMMARY: This is the lead and/or specialist level in the Network/PC Analyst series. Under general supervision, incumbents may serve in a lead capacity, responsible for assigning and reviewing the work of lower level staff, and/or may serve as specialists who work independently and deal with complex assignments; including but not limited to monitoring and identifying network issues; proposing fixes; installing patches and updates on networks, operating systems, servers and related hardware; administering user accounts, groups, and permissions and backing up and restoring network configurations and computer data.EXAMPLE OF DUTIES: • Monitors, investigates, troubleshoots, and resolves issues with network equipment, servers, workstations, and related equipment., • Confers with end-users to troubleshoot and resolve user problems and identify user needs., • Writes system and user documentation., • Installs, configures and tests applications, upgrades, and hardware (servers, workstations, etc.)., • Prepares schedules and timetables for projects and systems maintenance., • Prepares and/or reviews specifications, evaluates equipment and applications, and recommends implementation of new or upgraded software and hardware., • Analyzes network performance and recommends performance improvements, • Patches network connections and performs basic switch and router configurations., • Creates and administers Network Operating System user accounts, groups, and permissions., • Performs periodic systems maintenance on computer and network equipment., • Provides lead direction to lower-level staff by providing guidance on technical and procedural issues and assigning and reviewing work assignments., • Performs related duties as required.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:, • Education/Training: Equivalent to an associate degree from an accredited college or university with a major in Computer Science, Mathematics, or a related field., • Experience: Four (4) years’ experience installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting issues with computer hardware and software, two (2) years of which involved performing a variety of tasks in support of a network using Microsoft Windows workstations or two (2) years of professional experience administering and monitoring computer/ network hardware and software.Knowledge Of:, • Principles and practices of computer networks, hardware, and/or software in client-server, Microsoft Windows Operating Systems, • Current operating platforms and related operating systems, • Systems design, set-up, connectivity, configuration, testing and troubleshooting procedures, • Scripting to automate routine tasks, • Security access proceduresAbility To:, • Maintain, troubleshoot, and resolve issues with networked systems, databases, PCs and telecommunications equipment, • Intune Device Management, • Develop and administer system security, • Review and analyze user requirements and specifications, • Write documentation, user information and training materials, • Install new hardware, programs, and upgrades, • Prepare time estimates for projects, • Research and make recommendations regarding implementation of new technologies and/or programs, • Supervise or provide work direction to assigned subordinate staff on a project of task basis, • Work flexible and non-standard hours as neededPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: (1) Must maintain the physical condition necessary to perform tasks in an office setting operating a personal computer, keyboards, and other peripheral equipment(2) must maintain mobility in order to safely drive a District vehicle to travel between District facilities; (3) must maintain the physical condition necessary to perform the following physical movements: frequently stand, walk, lift and transport light objects weighing up to fifteen lbs., push, bend, balance, kneel, crouch, access constricted spaces, and make fine motor movements with the hands, fingers, and arms; and occasionally lift and transport objects weighing up to fifty (50) lbs., pull, climb, crawl, twist, and reach.LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS/SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:, • License/Certification: Must possess and maintain a California Class C Driver License, and safe driving standards., • Special Requirements: Must be available for 24-hour on-call emergency assignments that may include weekends and must be willing to travel to any worksite.

Job DescriptionAHEAD builds platforms for digital business. By weaving together advances in cloud infrastructure, automation and analytics, and software delivery, we help enterprises deliver on the promise of digital transformation. At AHEAD, we prioritize creating a culture of belonging, where all perspectives and voices are represented, valued, respected, and heard. We create spaces to empower everyone to speak up, make change, and drive the culture at AHEAD. We are an equal opportunity employer, and do not discriminate based on an individual's race, national origin, color, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, marital status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law, whether actual or perceived. We embrace all candidates that will contribute to the diversification and enrichment of ideas and perspectives at AHEAD. Senior Client Solutions Engineer The Senior Client Solutions Engineer assists AHEAD Client Directors through formal technical presentations and technical design assistance of AHEAD’s solution and service offerings to existing and prospective clients. The Senior Pre Sales Technical Architect owns all technical aspects of a sales campaign and hand off to the consulting and services team; maintaining strong relationships with our clients. In this role, you are a thought leader within the Engineering organization, responsible for designing, architecting, and, at times, consulting for AHEAD clients. We expect our Senior Client Solutions Engineer to have deep knowledge across our Enterprise Cloud Framework including Cloud Management and Operations, Security, Datacenter Infrastructure and Public Cloud. Your goal as a Senior Client Solutions Engineer should be to build skills, relationships, and industry credibility across more than one of these segments to drive product and services sales. You will work in partnership with one or more Client Directors to help build a cohesive account strategy for each existing and prospective clients. As part of this strategy, you will help Client Directors identify potential technologies and vendors to partner within a given account and assist in driving this strategy throughout the sales campaign. Time management and prioritization are essential attributes of a successful Senior Client Solutions Engineer. Your goal is to evolve into the technical thought leader for each of your clients. In this capacity, you will work to define strategy, compare and contrast alternative approaches, and build key relationships, as well as size and configure products. Positioning and leveraging Subject Matter Experts (Practice Directors, Solution Principals, Specialists, Client Services, etc.) is a necessity to scale your effectiveness within accounts. You will also be expected to provide insight and details regarding work effort and client engagement to enable tracking of key KPIs throughout the year through tools that will be provided to you. Education is critical to your success at AHEAD. You are expected to continually educate not only yourself, but also our clients and your team resources.Roles and Responsibilities • Possess deep data center expertise (multiple layers of the stack)., • Present at Technical Briefings and Lab Demonstrations with clients and partners to showcase AHEAD's value., • Considered a Subject Matter Expert (SME) in one or many technologies for the team to leverage., • Recognized by the partner community to own technical sales campaigns without their support., • Qualify and position consulting engagements and services., • Provide coaching and mentoring to team resources in order to enhance their solution knowledge, technical acumen, and pre-sales skill sets., • Qualify sales opportunities in the terms of client technical requirements, decision making process and funding and decides if we should move forward with the campaign., • Understand and articulate AHEAD's Enterprise Cloud Framework., • Prioritize opportunities and efforts assigned to the geography based on maximizing total impact on team productivity and profit., • Drive engagement conversions to additional services / solutions., • Provide feedback to improve internal efficiencies., • Work with Practice Directors to provide input and suggestions for new solutions and offerings., • Present regularly at AHEAD events, user groups, conferences, and forums., • Lead Solution Verification / BOM Review process for the geography.Qualifications, • Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent, • 4+ years Pre Sales and Data Center experience is required, • Professional communication, presentation, analytical, and problem-solving skills, • Experience working as a technical lead in a pre-sales sales campaign, • Extensive knowledge of one or more of the following data center solutions: storage, networking, compute, virtualization, data center management / automation, and security, • Ability to work under critical conditions and influence others to achieve results, • Strong interpersonal skills with excellent presentation skills, • Must be independent, self motivated, a self starter and possess a good working attitude, • Able to work well within a team and partner environment

Job DescriptionSalary: $20 - $25/hour depending on experience, 100% of Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance covered by the school (depending on the selected plan). Technology Support Technician Yu Ming Charter School seeks dynamic, innovative, and experienced educators to join our team, committed to nurturing lifelong learners who are bilingual, bicultural and able to create change in their own lives and in our community. We seek teachers that are excited by the possibility of transforming the traditional model of education to be learner-centered through personalized and project based learning that cultivates both the cognitive and social emotional skills our students need to thrive in school and beyond. Yu Ming teachers are leaders that thrive on exploration, collaboration, and seek to continuously learn and grow as individuals and team members. ABOUT YU MING CHARTER SCHOOL Yu Ming Charter School is a non-profit, tuition-free network of public schools located in Oakland and San Leandro and open to all residents of California. As a leader in Mandarin Immersion education, our mission is to nurture our inclusive and diverse community to become empowered, engaged, and outstanding global citizens. We currently serve 1061 students across three campuses, and continue to grow our enrollment each year. Our intentionally diverse student body comes from many racial, ethnic, and socio-economic backgrounds representing 70 zip codes across the Bay Area and 29 home languages. Founded in 2011, Yu Ming is the first Mandarin immersion public charter school in the state. We believe every child, regardless of their background or zip code, deserves a free, high-quality education that prepares them today to succeed tomorrow. Ranked the #7 Elementary School and the #2 Elementary Charter School in California by U.S. News, Yu Ming is a 2019 National Blue Ribbon School of Excellence and a 2020 and 2023 California Distinguished School. Yu Mings future-forward model prepares young people to succeed and thrive in an interconnected and multicultural world through personalized and rigorous learning experiences, active student agency, whole child and community focus, and multilingual education. As a result, our students far outperform their peers in the district, county, and state, regardless of socio-economic status, race, language background, and learning differences. We are closing the opportunity gap for our historically underserved students every day. To learn more about our innovative school visit our website . POSITION SUMMARY We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Technology Support Technician to join our dynamic team at Yu Ming Charter School. As a Technology Support Technician, you will play a crucial role in supporting the technology infrastructure and technology operations across our TK-8 school sites. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the success of our students, teachers, staff, and guardians by ensuring reliable access to technology resources and facilitating innovative learning experiences. This position will work closely with teachers, students, school site staff, Technology Specialists and report to the Head of Technology. RESPONSIBILITIES General Support, Troubleshooting & Basic Repair • Multi-Platform Support: Provide diagnostic, troubleshooting, and Tier 1 repair services for a diverse fleet of devices including Macs, Windows PCs, Chromebooks, and iPads located in offices, classrooms, and mobile carts., • Classroom Technology: Ensure immediate operational readiness of front-of-classroom hardware, including interactive TVs, projectors, Apple TVs, document cameras, and printers., • Peripheral Support: Troubleshoot and maintain accessories such as webcams, microphones, keyboards, mice, and docking stations., • Platform Validation: Perform routine functionality testing and user support for core educational platforms to ensure they are ready for classroom use. Specific platforms include:, • Google Workspace: Drive, Docs, Sheets, Classroom (Permissions, sharing issues, access)., • Clever: Badge logins, application syncing, and user access., • Zoom: Client updates, audio/video troubleshooting, and meeting connectivity., • Assisted Management: Perform delegated, routine administrative tasks under the guidance of the IT System Specialist and Computer Specialist using tools such as:, • Google Admin Console: Chromebook enrollment, de-provisioning, and OU moves., • MDM Tools: Pushing apps or profiles via Cisco Meraki System Manager and Mosyle (Apple)., • Web Filtering: Whitelisting/blocking URLs or troubleshooting blocks in Deledao., • Clever: troubleshooting sync errors or missing class rosters., • Inventory Control: Maintain accurate records of hardware assets using AssetTiger and manage the help desk ticket lifecycle within Incident IQ. QUALIFICATIONS Required • High School diploma or equivalent (GED), • Minimum of 1-3 years of experience in Desktop Support, Help Desk, or Instructional Technology, IT support, • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to troubleshoot technical issues effectively., • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate technical concepts to non-technical users., • Relevant certifications such as CompTIA A+, • AA or equivalent in Computer Science, Information Technology or a related field, • Experience with educational technology tools, learning management systems (e.g., Google Classroom, Clever, Deledao), and student information systems (e.g., PowerSchool)., • Computer repair and maintenance, • Materials, methods, and tools used in the operation and repair of computer equipment, • Maintain consistent, punctual, and regular attendance., • Work independently, use initiative, and prioritize and coordinate workflow to meet established deadlines., • Provide technical support either by phone, remote access, or site visits as needed, • Perform skilled work in the repair, maintenance, and installation of a variety of computerized equipment and peripherals., • Troubleshoot and repair basic system malfunctions and maintain system operation, • Analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action, • Stay abreast of the latest technology, • Demonstrate an empathetic, patient, and receptive attitude with students/staff/parents., • Operate a computer and related software., • Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing., • Read and interpret documents such as operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals., • Ability to understand and carry out detailed written and oral instructions., • Maintain the confidentiality and security of sensitive information and files., • Establish and maintain cooperative and effective work relationships with those contacted in the performance of required duties including students , co-workers, staff, supervisors, and the public., • Be sensitive to and respect the diverse academic, socio-economic, ethnic, religious, and cultural backgrounds, and disabilities of students, teachers, administrators, and staff., • Stand, walk, use hands and fingers to handle or feel objects and talk or hear., • Sit for extended periods and frequently squat, bend, stoop, kneel, climb stairs, reach forward and overhead, and push/pull items such as desks, tables, or chairs., • See and read a computer screen and printed matter with or without vision aids., • Hear and understand speech at normal indoor levels, outdoors, and on the telephone., • Exhibit manual dexterity to dial a telephone, enter data into a computer, and perform assigned tasks using both hands., • Lift up to 25 pounds to shoulder height and carry objects weighing over 15 pounds., • Employees in this position will normally perform work in an office and on-the-go environment and come in direct and frequent contact with students, staff, and the public. TIME COMMITMENT Full-time, year-round, (in-person and travel to school campuses required; campuses are located in Oakland and San Leandro, CA). Common building hours are 8:00am-4:30pm. COMPENSATION $20 - $25/hour depending on experience, 100% of Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance covered by the school (depending on the selected plan). TO APPLY Interested candidates should apply at Application submission screening and initial phone interviews will be completed on a rolling basis. Yu Ming Charter School is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity at all levels.