Sr. Zededa Edge Engineer

Role: Sr. Zededa Edge Engineer Duration: 12 Months (Contract to Hire) Location: Georgetown, KY (Onsite/Hybrid - typically 3 days onsite) Rate: $60 - $65/hr C2C (depending on experience) Experience: 8+ Years Client: Motor Manufacturing Kentucky Job Description: We are seeking a Senior Edge Computing Engineer to lead the deployment and orchestration of edge infrastructure in a high-volume automotive manufacturing environment. You will be responsible for managing distributed edge nodes using the Zededa ecosystem, ensuring secure and reliable connectivity for factory floor applications. Key Responsibilities: Orchestration: Manage fleet deployment of edge devices using Zededa ZEDCloud and EVE-OS. Infrastructure Management: Configure and troubleshoot Linux-based edge gateways, ensuring seamless integration with OT (Operational Technology) networks. Containerization: Deploy and maintain containerized applications (Docker/Kubernetes) on edge hardware to support real-time data collection and analytics. Security: Implement Zero Trust security models for edge devices, managing firewalls, VPNs, and certificate-based authentication. Automation: Utilize Python or Shell scripting to automate device onboarding and health monitoring processes. Required Skills: Edge Computing: Deep understanding of Zededa orchestration and EVE-OS architecture. Linux Expert: Advanced proficiency in Linux system administration (Ubuntu/Alpine), kernel tuning, and networking (TCP/IP, DHCP, DNS). Virtualization: Strong hands-on experience with Docker, Kubernetes (K3s/K8s), and virtualization (KVM/QEMU). Networking: Experience with industrial networking protocols (Modbus, OPC-UA) and network security. Job Types: Contract, Temporary Pay: From $60.00 per hour Work Location: On the road