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Controls Design Engineer

Armada is the world's first full-stack edge computing platform, revolutionizing connectivity, compute, and AI solutions wherever they're needed most.

Armada

Employee count: 51-200

Salary: 114k-142k USD

United States only

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About the Company

Armada is a full-stack edge infrastructure company delivering compute, connectivity, and sovereign AI/ML to some of the world’s most remote places. Named one of Fast Company's Most Innovative Companies, Armada’s solutions are deployed in over 60 countries globally for organizations ranging from energy to defense.
With over $200 million in funding, Armada is backed by top investors such as Microsoft (M12), Founders Fund, and has strategic partnerships including Starlink, Skydio, and NVIDIA. We are looking for the most brilliant minds in the world to join us.
Working at Armada means taking ownership, driving autonomy, and delivering impact. You’ll tackle challenges that haven’t been solved before and help build something transformative from the ground up. What you do here will not only define your career but help further Armada’s mission to bridge the digital divide for customers around the world.

About the role

You will own the controls layer for Modular Data Center from design intent to field readiness. This is not just writing sequences. This role makes the system operable: consistent points, clean alarms, predictable fault behavior, and integration-ready interfaces across OEM packaged equipment and site systems.

We partner with OEMs and integrators, but you own the controls outcome including documentation quality, repeatability across builds, and testable behavior in the field.

Owns: Controls intent, points list, alarm philosophy, sequences of operation, integration readiness, test alignment (FAT/SAT/IST)
Travel: 10–30% (OEM integration, FAT/SAT support, early deployments as needed)

Location. This role is remote.

What You'll Do (Key Responsibilities)

Controls Package Ownership (Deliverables)

  • Create and maintain the controls package: points list, alarm matrix, sequences of operation (SoO), and trend/log requirements.
  • Define required setpoints, modes, permissives/interlocks, and operational states so behavior is predictable across variants.

Integration Architecture and Interface Specs

  • Define the integration approach for packaged equipment and site systems using common controls protocols and clear interface specifications.
  • Standardize naming/tagging conventions and data models so every build looks the same to operators and monitoring systems.
  • Own the controls interface baseline (versioning, change control, and impact assessments when packages change).

Fault Behavior and Operational Clarity

  • Design and validate fault responses (power events, loss of flow, sensor faults, high temperature conditions, equipment trips).
  • Ensure alarms are meaningful (actionable, prioritized, and not noisy) and tied to operational intent.

Test Alignment and Commissioning Readiness

  • Partner with the CxA/Field Validation Lead to translate controls intent into functional test scripts and acceptance criteria.
  • Support OEM controls reviews to ensure points are exposed, alarms are rationalized, and sequences match design intent.
  • Drive integration readiness for remote monitoring, trending, and operator handoff (including commissioning support and turnover artifacts).

Required Qualifications

  • 5+ years controls engineering experience in mission critical or industrial systems.
  • Demonstrated experience integrating packaged equipment controls into a coherent system.
  • Strong ability to write clear sequences and convert mechanical intent into testable logic.
  • Experience with alarm rationalization and commissioning/startup support.
  • Comfort with controls networking and integration fundamentals (addressing, data exchange, segmentation basics, reliability considerations).

Preferred Experience and Skills

  • Direct experience with data center plant controls and/or modular infrastructure systems.
  • Hands-on experience with protocols such as BACnet and Modbus (or equivalent).
  • Prior exposure to functional performance testing and field bring-up (FAT/SAT/IST).

Compensation

For U.S. Based candidates: To ensure fairness and transparency, the starting base salary range for this role for candidates in the U.S. are listed below, varying based on location experience, skills, and qualifications.

We use a geographic pay structure based on cost-of-labor markets.

  • Tier 1 (e.g., SF Bay Area, NYC, Seattle): $130,820 – $163,530
  • Tier 2 (most U.S. metro areas): $113,760 – $142,200

Final compensation will be determined by experience, scope, and level, and may vary from the posted range.

In addition to base salary, this role will also be offered equity and subsidized benefits(details available upon request).

Benefits

  • Competitive base salary and equity
  • Medical, dental, and vision (subsidized cost)
  • Health savings accounts (HSA), flexible spending accounts (FSA), and dependent care FSAs (DCFSA)
  • Retirement plan options, including 401(k) and Roth 401(k)
  • Unlimited paid time off (PTO)
  • 14 paid company holidays per year
Compensation
$113,760—$142,200 USD

You're a Great Fit if You're

  • A go-getter with a growth mindset. You're intellectually curious, have strong business acumen, and actively seek opportunities to build relevant skills and knowledge
  • A detail-oriented problem-solver. You can independently gather information, solve problems efficiently, and deliver results with a "get-it-done" attitude
  • Thrive in a fast-paced environment. You're energized by an entrepreneurial spirit, capable of working quickly, and excited to contribute to a growing company
  • A collaborative team player. You focus on business success and are motivated by team accomplishment vs personal agenda
  • Highly organized and results-driven. Strong prioritization skills and a dedicated work ethic are essential for you

Equal Opportunity Statement

At Armada, we are committed to fostering a work environment where everyone is given equal opportunities to thrive. As an equal opportunity employer, we strictly prohibit discrimination or harassment based on race, color, gender, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other characteristic protected by law. This policy applies to all employment decisions, including hiring, promotions, and compensation. Our hiring is guided by qualifications, merit, and the business needs at the time.

Unsolicited Resumes and Candidates

Armada does not accept unsolicited resumes or candidate submissions from external agencies or recruiters. All candidates must apply directly through our careers page. Any resumes submitted by agencies without a prior signed agreement will be considered unsolicited and Armada will not be obligated to pay any fees.

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Salary: 114k-142k USD

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At Armada, we are redefining the boundaries of edge computing with an unwavering commitment to innovation. Our mission is to build the world’s first full-stack edge computing ecosystem seamlessly integrating connectivity, compute resources, and real-world AI solutions. With our groundbreaking platform, we aim to address the toughest challenges faced by industries operating in remote locations, from oil and gas to public safety and manufacturing.

Our pioneering approach combines data processing and decision-making capabilities right where the data is generated, ensuring efficient operations and real-time insights. We provide crucial support to sectors that demand innovative solutions amidst significant challenges, such as increasing safety, automating processes, and maximizing productivity. In a rapidly evolving digital landscape, our robust technology allows organizations to stay ahead of the curve, offering unmatched performance and scalability where it matters most.

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