root-cause-analysis jobs in San Diego

The RMA Engineer manages Return Material Authorizations for hyperscaler and enterprise server products, handling review, logging, troubleshooting, and root cause analysis of returned hardware down to component level. Responsibilities include diagnosing failures, executing test plans, validating server SKUs across cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP), and coordinating repair and return-to-service processes.…See more The role requires collaboration with engineering, supply chain, and customer support teams, along with maintaining accurate records and generating trend reports. Required background: Bachelor's in Computer Science or Electrical/Electronics Engineering plus 4+ years of hardware engineering experience (or equivalent with advanced degree).

The RMA Engineer manages Return Material Authorizations for hyperscaler and enterprise server products, handling hardware evaluation, troubleshooting, and disposition. Responsibilities include diagnosing component-level failures, performing root cause analysis, executing test plans, and validating server configurations across AWS, Azure, and GCP environments.…See more The role requires collaboration with engineering, supply chain, and customer support teams, plus inventory management and process coordination. Candidates need a bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Electrical/Electronics Engineering with 4+ years of hardware engineering experience (or equivalent via advanced degree).

Principal-level individual contributor role leading AI/ML architecture and engineering strategy at scale. Requires 13+ years across ML, data engineering, and distributed systems, with 3+ years shipping production Generative/Agentic AI systems.…See more Hands-on expertise in RAG, vector databases, LLM optimization, agentic orchestration, and MLOps/LLMOps practice. Will set technical direction, own architecture decisions, drive platform initiatives, and raise engineering standards across the organization without direct people-management responsibility.

This Systems Engineer role at a medical device company requires decomposing regulatory and stakeholder requirements into testable system specifications, leading design reviews and verification/validation activities, and supporting risk management under FDA and ISO frameworks. The position demands 2+ years in a regulated medical device environment, with responsibility for traceability documentation, design history files, failure investigation, and CAPA activities.…See more Key competencies include FDA design controls, ISO 14971 risk management, human factors/usability per FDA guidance, and cross-functional communication of complex system interfaces to diverse audiences.

Senior Principal Software Engineer leading system-level integration of embedded, real-time, distributed defense systems involving navigation sensors, shipboard networking, and multi-processor platforms. You will conduct advanced debugging and root-cause analysis, develop architectural models and design documentation, mentor engineering teams, advise program leadership on technical trade studies and modernization strategies, and drive CI/CD, DevSecOps, and automated testing initiatives across large organizations.…See more Requires 10+ years of C/C++ embedded systems experience, Linux systems programming, distributed systems architecture, and proven technical leadership.

Senior Principal Software Engineer leading system-level integration of embedded, real-time, distributed defense systems with deep expertise in C/C++, Linux, and mission-critical architecture. Responsibilities include conducting advanced debugging and root-cause analysis on large distributed components, developing high-fidelity design documentation and architectural models, and providing technical leadership and mentoring to engineering teams.…See more Will advise program leadership on architecture, system feasibility, technical trade studies, and modernization planning while recommending improvements to engineering processes, CI/CD workflows, and DevSecOps practices across multi-team organizations.

Shield AI seeks an experienced Site Reliability Engineer to establish and mature the SRE function across Hivemind's cloud infrastructure and platform services. This hands-on leadership role involves defining reliability targets (SLIs/SLOs), improving observability and incident response practices, investigating complex failures, and driving adoption of reliability-first engineering practices.…See more The SRE Lead will mentor teams, develop operational automation tooling, and manage the multi-quarter SRE roadmap while working closely with Cloud Engineering and product teams to enhance system resilience and operational excellence.

This Systems Integration Engineer II/III role centers on hands-on system validation, verification, and reliability testing for complex life-science instrumentation integrating hardware, software, firmware, optics, lasers, fluidics, and motion control. The engineer will conduct cross-functional troubleshooting, execute structured test protocols, analyze instrument performance data using statistical methods and Python, and document findings to drive design improvements and field support readiness.…See more Key responsibilities include evaluating workflows against real customer use cases, performing root-cause analysis on failure modes, and continuously refining integration documentation and testing practices. The role requires 2–5 years of systems integration or testing experience, proficiency in DOE/FMEA/statistical analysis, and hands-on lab work with prototypes and integrated instruments.

The Manager of Digital Transformation will lead engineering teams through AI and automation initiatives at a defense shipbuilder, identifying practical use cases and coordinating proofs-of-concept for secure, compliant automation. The role requires 7+ years in engineering or technical environments with 3+ years of team leadership, plus strong change-management capabilities to guide stakeholders through organizational and technological transitions.…See more The manager will translate engineering needs into scalable solutions, manage platform stewardship, compliance frameworks (FedRAMP, ITAR/EAR, CMMC/NIST), and enterprise platform procurement. Success demands technical knowledge of engineering workflows, data governance, multi-system integration, and emerging AI/automation technologies, paired with exceptional communication and conflict-resolution skills.

Software Integration Engineer responsible for designing, developing, and deploying a hybrid container/virtualization platform-as-code solution supporting enterprise-scale workloads across on-prem and cloud environments. The role involves integrating core platform services (identity, PKI, DNS, logging, monitoring, secrets management), configuring container runtimes and networking, and developing infrastructure-as-code automation.…See more Requires 9+ years of experience (or equivalent with advanced degree) with cloud platforms, Kubernetes, virtualization, DevSecOps practices, CI/CD tooling, and automation frameworks, plus the ability to mentor junior engineers and collaborate across security, platform, and application teams on compliance, incident response, and AI/ML workload enablement.

This Data Engineer II role focuses on data operations and infrastructure, supporting the transition of data systems from development to production. The engineer will administer data lakehouse/warehouse platforms (Snowflake, Databricks, Redshift, BigQuery, Azure Synapse), manage RBAC and user governance, monitor and troubleshoot data pipelines, and contribute to data governance and quality best practices.…See more Key responsibilities include orchestration tool administration (Apache Airflow, dbt), observability framework development, incident management, and hands-on SQL and Python work to maintain and optimize production data systems.

The QA Engineer will define and implement quality assurance solutions for complex composite components in aerospace, defense, and space markets. Responsibilities include reviewing build manuals and engineering documentation for compliance with customer and regulatory standards, investigating material and production problems through root cause analysis, managing build manual revisions, leading Material Review Board (MRB) dispositions, and developing test solutions.…See more The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Engineering plus 3+ years of relevant QA experience, strong problem-solving skills, and expertise with AS9100 documentation and ERP systems.

Lead complex quality investigations and root cause analysis for a medical device company, driving CAPAs, NCMRs, and systemic corrective actions. Provide technical leadership in quality engineering methodologies including Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, process capability analysis, and risk-based problem solving.…See more Own validation and qualification strategies for equipment, processes, test methods, and software V&V across the product lifecycle. Partner with R&D, Regulatory Affairs, Manufacturing, and Engineering teams on design transfer, commercialization, and compliance initiatives while representing Quality during audits and regulatory inspections.

Sr. Systems Engineer at Globus Medical responsible for complex medical device system development, leading cross-functional coordination across software, hardware, clinical, regulatory, and manufacturing teams.…See more The role requires decomposing intricate systems, troubleshooting subsystem interactions, conducting risk analysis per ISO 14971, and driving continuous improvement through design of experiments and root cause analysis. Requires 5+ years in complex system development (medical devices, robotics, or similar) with strong systems engineering principles, FDA-regulated product development experience, and ability to translate technical concepts across multidisciplinary disciplines.

Security Operations Analyst role monitoring and triaging alerts across endpoint, cloud, identity, network, and SaaS using enterprise SIEM and XDR platforms. Responsibilities include investigating alerts, performing root-cause analysis, tuning detections, owning initial response for mid-tier incidents, participating in on-call rotation, running targeted threat hunts, and contributing to playbooks and post-incident reviews.…See more Requires 2–5 years of hands-on SecOps, SOC, or incident response experience; proficiency with enterprise SIEM query languages, EDR tooling, and scripting in Python/PowerShell/Bash; and solid understanding of MITRE ATT&CK and network fundamentals.

Senior Network Engineer at San Diego County Regional Airport Authority responsible for diagnosing and resolving complex network issues, developing enterprise systems analysis, leading infrastructure projects, and ensuring disaster recovery and compliance. The role requires hands-on technical leadership across wired, wireless, and data center environments with expertise in Cisco networking platforms (DNAC, ISE, ASA, FTD, ACI).…See more This position includes rotating on-call support for critical network operations and occasional airfield vehicle operation to access secure facilities.

QA Engineer II develops and implements quality control methods, testing procedures, and process improvements for munitions and weapons systems to ensure products meet specifications and standards. The role includes designing/installing testing equipment, conducting root cause analysis on defects, auditing production processes and suppliers, and collaborating cross-functionally with design, product management, and production teams.…See more Requires 2–4 years of QA or testing experience, proficiency in Microsoft Office, and knowledge of quality standards such as ISO 9001. The position demands discretion and judgment in identifying quality risks, recommending corrective actions, and ensuring compliance with formal external quality requirements.

QA Engineer II develops and implements quality control methods, designs and installs testing equipment, and performs product testing and analysis for munitions and weapons systems. The role involves establishing quality standards, conducting root cause analysis on defects, auditing production processes and suppliers, and ensuring compliance with standards like ISO 9001.…See more The engineer collaborates with cross-functional teams including design, product management, and production to identify and mitigate quality risks. Requires 2–4 years of QA experience (or equivalent education combination) and proficiency in Microsoft Office.

BAE Systems seeks a Platform DevSecOps Engineer to lead infrastructure teams designing, implementing, and maintaining on-premises systems with focus on security, scalability, and reliability. The role centers on developing CI/CD pipelines, automating infrastructure provisioning using tools like Ansible, Puppet, or Chef, and implementing security best practices across cloud and air-gapped environments.…See more The engineer will troubleshoot production incidents, monitor system performance, and stay current with DevSecOps practices. Requires proven DevSecOps experience, ability to obtain TS/SCI clearance, hands-on Kubernetes/Docker containerization, scripting in Python/Bash/PowerShell, and Linux/Unix administration.

Design, build, and maintain real-time data ingestion pipelines that reliably stream data from diverse sources into a production data platform. You will ensure data quality, observability, and scalability while monitoring pipeline health, building resilient systems with proper error handling and backpressure strategies, and automating monitoring and alerting for timeliness and data issues.…See more Partner with data engineers, platform engineers, and analytics teams to configure pipelines for reliability, perform root cause analysis on outages, and work with security teams on encryption and data governance. Proficiency required in Python and bash scripting, plus hands-on experience with tools like Kafka, NiFi, Flink, Spark, Snowflake, Grafana, and Prometheus.

Design, build, and maintain real-time data ingestion pipelines that reliably stream data from multiple sources into a centralized data platform. You will ensure data quality, observability, and low-latency delivery while collaborating with data engineers, platform engineers, and analytics teams.…See more Responsibilities include building resilient pipelines with error handling, automating monitoring and alerting for data issues, performing root cause analysis on outages, and partnering with security teams on encryption and data governance. You must demonstrate proficiency in Python and bash scripting, familiarity with tools like Kafka, NiFi, Spark Streaming, Snowflake, and Elasticsearch, and 3+ years of experience in data engineering or DevOps roles supporting production pipelines.

SAIC seeks a mid-level Network Engineer to provide break/fix IT support for Navy afloat networks aboard U.S. Navy ships in San Diego.…See more The role involves troubleshooting LAN issues, performing root cause analysis, administering Cisco switches/routers and Windows/Linux servers, and collaborating with Active Duty personnel and government staff to maintain systems such as ADNS, ISNS, CANES, FSW, and CENTRIXS. The engineer must hold an active Secret clearance, be able to obtain TS/SCI, and possess DoD IAT Level II certification plus a relevant operating-system certification (CCNA, Microsoft Server Hybrid Administrator Associate, Linux+, or equivalent). Travel within the U.S. and internationally (~25%) and occasional after-hours support are required.

Senior Integration Test Engineer responsible for verifying, testing, troubleshooting, and debugging software that controls Unmanned Surface Vessels (USVs). Develop and maintain automated test suites using Python and Selenium, design simulation programs, deploy Docker containers on RHEL systems, and perform hands-on integration testing both remotely and on-site.…See more Requires proficiency in Python, Bash, Docker, RHEL Linux, Agile processes, and experience with automation and root cause analysis.

The Systems Analyst will support Sharp HealthCare's Epic health information system, serving as a subject matter expert who analyzes user workflows, gathers requirements, and resolves technical and operational issues. The role requires 3+ years of health services IT experience and involves coordinating with stakeholders, managing projects using formal methodologies, training end users, and communicating status to leadership.…See more Key responsibilities include problem analysis, impact assessment, root-cause identification, and working with the help desk to facilitate issue resolution. The analyst will participate in project management activities including scope definition, risk mitigation, and training plan execution.

Design, implement, and optimize real-time embedded modem firmware across protocol layers and drivers while meeting strict latency, memory, and power constraints. Pioneer AI-native development practices by integrating AI coding agents, LLM-based code review, and automated test synthesis into daily workflows to accelerate delivery and debugging.…See more Own end-to-end feature delivery from requirements through on-target bring-up, and debug complex multi-layer hardware issues using AI-assisted analysis. Requires deep expertise in modern C/C++, embedded systems (DSP/Arm architectures), RTOS internals, data structures, and hands-on target hardware debugging, combined with practical experience using AI coding assistants and agentic tools.