Senior Systems Reliability Engineer (SRE)

Overview

We are looking for a Senior Systems Reliability Engineer (SRE) to strengthen the reliability and sustainability of our computing and control systems that power advanced manufacturing R&D.

In this hybrid role, you’ll engage with software, networking, embedded systems, and industrial controls — helping bring prototypes to production and ensuring long-term operational reliability. You’ll collaborate closely with production and R&D teams, identifying failure modes early, improving observability, and designing and refining processes that keep critical systems running smoothly.

This position is ideal for a hands-on problem solver with broad technical experience who enjoys diagnosing and solving complex issues across IT, OT, and embedded environments.

Key Responsibilities

- Collaborate with engineering and production teams to transition prototypes into reliable, supportable production systems.

- Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues across hardware, software, firmware, and network layers.

- Implement and maintain monitoring, logging, and automation systems that improve uptime and visibility.

- Develop tools, scripts, and workflows to streamline deployment, configuration, and maintenance of mixed IT/OT systems.

- Support integration between IT infrastructure and operational technology (edge computing, controllers, sensors, data pipelines).

- Contribute to system design reviews, risk assessments, and reliability testing.

- Document architecture, configurations, and troubleshooting procedures to ensure continuity and shared ownership.

- Promote a culture of reliability engineering, cross-training, and sustainable system operation.

Required Skills & Experience

- 5+ years in systems engineering, SRE, or similar multidisciplinary technical roles.

- Strong debugging and problem-solving skills across software, networking, and embedded systems.

- Experience with Linux and Windows administration, scripting (Python, Bash, PowerShell), and version control (Git).

- Understanding of industrial or embedded communication protocols (TCP/IP, Modbus, SPI, I²C, UART, etc.).

- Familiarity with PLCs and IEC 61131 programming environments.

- Experience with virtualization, containerization (Docker), or automation/orchestration frameworks.

- Excellent documentation and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

- Exposure to monitoring and observability platforms (Grafana, Prometheus, ELK, etc.).

- Experience in advanced manufacturing, laboratory, or R&D environments.

- Understanding of cybersecurity principles for connected or networked control systems.

- Familiarity with data collection and edge computing frameworks.

Work Environment

- Hybrid: Mix of on-site hands-on work with remote flexibility.

- Collaborative: Partner with cross-functional engineering teams.

- Impactful: Build sustainable systems that enable innovation and reduce downtime.

About the Company

Jupiter Volta is an exciting and dynamic early-stage startup that is actively developing novel plasma processing technologies with groundbreaking new applications ranging from commercialized fusion energy to clean fertilizer manufactured with zero carbon emissions.

As a member of our small but talented team of engineers and scientists, you will have the opportunity to contribute to different areas of expertise as project needs dictate, and expand your skillset to meet project needs. We are looking for a dynamic self-starter with a pragmatic approach, who is capable of working independently and incrementally towards ambitious goals via the application of foundational engineering principles. Our ideal candidate seeks an exciting mission-driven technical challenge, and will thrive in our team culture of innovation, excellence, and passion for changing the world.

Compensation will include equity and be awarded by experience.

Pay: $110,000.00 - $140,000.00 per year

Benefits:

- 401(k)

- Dental insurance

- Health insurance

- Paid time off

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Berkeley, CA