Technical Support Engineer
Job Description
Symbotic LLC is seeking a Technical Support Engineer to help ensure Symbotic systems operate reliably at customer sites. In this onsite role in Wilmington, MA, you will lead structured troubleshooting, support time-sensitive escalations during high-impact events, and collaborate across teams to drive root cause analysis and sustainable fixes.
What you’ll do
- Troubleshoot and resolve production-impacting system issues across software, networking, and infrastructure layers
- Provide support for real-time escalations during high-impact operational events
- Connect to customer environments remotely and diagnose issues using tools such as SSH, Remote Desktop, and browser-based interfaces
- Review logs, system data, and performance trends to identify root causes and help prevent recurring failures
- Partner cross-functionally with Engineering and Field teams to drive issue resolution
- Document troubleshooting steps, outcomes, and knowledge base content
- Support continuous improvement by spotting recurring patterns and recommending preventative solutions
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field (or equivalent experience)
- Minimum 3 years of experience supporting complex technical systems in a remote or production environment
- Strong experience troubleshooting using Linux command line and system-level tools
- Experience connecting to systems via SSH, Remote Desktop, or similar tools
- Advanced knowledge of TCP/IP networking fundamentals and troubleshooting
- Strong experience with SQL or scripting for data analysis
- Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to prioritize and multitask in high-pressure situations
- Effective communication skills, especially during real-time issue resolution
Relevant technologies
- SSH
- Remote Desktop
- Browser-based interfaces
- Linux command line
- TCP/IP
- SQL
- Wireshark
- tcpdump
Preferred qualifications
- Experience supporting automated systems, robotics, or warehouse environments
- Familiarity with electrical schematics and hardware-level diagnostics
- Experience with packet capture tools such as Wireshark and tcpdump
- Exposure to PLCs, VFDs, or industrial controls
Compensation and benefits
The salary range for this position is USD 70,000 - 97,900 per year.
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Disability
- 401K
- PTO
- Or other benefits
Our environment
- Ability to travel up to 15% after the training period (Senior roles may require up to 15% ongoing travel)
- Must possess a valid driver’s license and be able to travel to customer sites via car or air
- Employee must maintain a personal credit card and manage expenses for bi-weekly reimbursement
Location: Wilmington, MA (onsite)