Radar Field Applications Engineer

Zadar Labs builds next-generation millimeter-wave radar sensing and perception systems for robotics, industrial automation, automotive, and smart infrastructure. Our platform delivers high-resolution, all-weather perception for physical AI systems operating in environments where traditional sensors fall short.

We work directly with customers deploying real systems in vehicles, robotics platforms, industrial sites, ports, logistics hubs, and other complex operating environments. Our technology ships into production workflows and is evaluated where performance matters immediately.

We are seeking a Field Applications Engineer (FAE) to lead customer-facing deployments of Zadar radar systems globally.

No prior radar experience is required. You will receive hands‑on training and quickly develop expertise in frontier millimeter‑wave imaging radar technology.

This is a high‑ownership role at the intersection of hardware, software, and real-world deployment. You will work directly with customers to define solutions, deploy systems onsite, and ensure strong performance under real operating conditions.

You should be comfortable operating in ambiguous environments, moving quickly, and taking responsibility for making systems work in the field.

This full-time role is based onsite in Campbell, California (5 days/week) and includes frequent international travel supporting customer deployments.

Salary Range: $100,000 - $170,000

• Partner with customers pre‑deployment to understand requirements and recommend appropriate Zadar products and configurations
• Lead technical discussions across sensing, system architecture, and deployment constraints
• Help shape solutions designed for reliable real‑world operation—not just lab performance

• Travel globally across North America, Asia, Europe, the Caribbean, and the Middle East
• Install and configure radar hardware, networking, and system integrations
• Optimize radar configurations and tune deployments for performance in real environments
• Run demonstrations and validate system behavior onsite

• Support end‑to‑end deployments including radar, robotics platforms, and software systems
• Own portions of technical setup in complex deployments such as ports and industrial automation sites
• Troubleshoot across hardware, networking, and software layers until the system is stable

• Explain how radar works in practical, applied terms
• Help customers get strong real‑world performance for their specific use cases
• Train customers on deployment and usage best practices

• Fast learner with strong technical intuition
• BS or higher in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Robotics, or a related discipline
• Comfortable working in dynamic environments without rigid playbooks
• Background in robotics, sensing systems, or adjacent fields is a plus

• Comfortable with:
• Basic scripting in Python, Bash, or similar
• Networking fundamentals and debugging
• Hands‑on with hardware systems, including setup, integration, and troubleshooting

• Strong communicator with customers and internal engineering teams
• Ability to take ownership and drive issues to resolution independently
• Attention to detail and persistence when working through integration challenges
• Comfortable partnering closely with R&D teams to improve system performance and resolve field issues

• Willing and able to travel globally on a regular basis
• Based in or willing to relocate to Bay Area, CA
• Full‑time onsite presence at our Campbell, CA headquarters is required (5 days per week)

• Experience deploying systems in the field
• Familiarity with ROS or robotics software stacks
• Experience with sensor installation, calibration, or tuning
• Exposure to perception systems or autonomy pipelines

This is a high‑growth role with a path to:

• Expanding ownership across customer programs and technical strategy

Strong performance in this role will quickly expand scope and responsibility.

• Work on systems that ship and deploy at global scale
• High ownership and direct customer impact
• Small, focused team with fast execution
• Competitive compensation and meaningful equity
• Daily catered lunch
• Free snacks and beverages in office
• Corporate housing available upon request
• Discounted Bay Club gym membership

Zadar Labs is an equal opportunity employer committed to building an inclusive and supportive workplace for all employees.