Network Engineer

Who we are 

Atoms is building the machines that power the next era of progress.

Over the last decade, software has transformed the digital world. But the physical world, where food is made, minerals are mined, goods are moved, and industries are run, remains far less intelligent, far less efficient, and far more constrained. We’re changing that.

Atoms builds Physical AI— real-world robots for the industries that move civilization forward, starting with food, mining, and transport. Our systems are designed to understand, predict, and control the real world with precision, turning complex physical operations into something more reliable, more scalable, and more productive.

This work requires more than robotics. It requires deep integration across hardware, software, AI, operations, manufacturing, and real estate. We don’t just build machines in a lab. We deploy them into real environments, operate them, learn from them, and improve them until they work at scale.

We are roboticists, engineers, operators, and builders. We believe the next great technology companies will not only transform information, but the physical systems that shape everyday life.

If you want to work on hard problems with real-world impact, join us.

 

What you’ll do

• Oversee relationships with Internet Service Providers (ISPs), managing service contracts, negotiating terms, and optimizing bandwidth utilization.
• Configure, monitor, and maintain Wide Area Networks (WANs) and Virtual Private Networks (VPNs), ensuring secure and efficient communication between locations.
• Plan, design, and maintain wireless network infrastructure, optimizing coverage and capacity to meet user requirements.
• Deploy and manage access points across the organization, ensuring seamless connectivity and implementing security protocols.
• Configure, manage, and troubleshoot network switches and routers; optimize routing protocols for efficient data transfer.
• Implement and manage network monitoring tools to track performance, uptime, and security; proactively identify and resolve issues.
• Plan and execute network equipment upgrades, firmware updates, and hardware enhancements to maintain security and performance.
• Develop, track, and report on SLOs and KPIs to measure network performance; implement improvements to meet defined standards.
• Serve as the primary escalation point for network-related issues and outages; collaborate cross-functionally to resolve complex problems.
• Monitor connectivity across corporate offices and facilities, implementing redundancy and failover solutions to ensure continuity.
• Design and enforce network redundancy and failover solutions for uninterrupted service during hardware or connectivity failures.
• Implement and enforce network security policies, including firewalls, intrusion detection, and access controls, to safeguard data.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations such as HIPAA, PCI DSS, and GDPR.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation of configurations, diagrams, procedures, and incidents; update documentation regularly.
• Manage vendor relationships, negotiate contracts, and evaluate emerging technologies to improve network operations.

 

What we’re looking for

• Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related technical field.
• 0-2 years of experience in networking administration, protocols, and routing/switching. 
• Experience with networking tools such as Cisco and multi-vendor environments. 
• Experience provisioning, troubleshooting, and managing distributed networks across hundreds of office locations interacting with multiple regional ISPs. 
• Flexibility to travel (approximately once a month). 

Nice to have

• Networking certifications such as CCNA, CCNP, etc.

 

Why join us

At Atoms, you’ll work on one of the defining challenges of our time—bringing automation into the physical world to drive real, lasting impact. We exist to uncover valuable unknown truths and turn them into progress, which means constantly pushing beyond what’s known and building what doesn’t yet exist. The work is ambitious and often challenging, but it’s grounded in a shared sense of purpose and a team committed to seeing it through together. Our work only matters if it serves others, and we know that meaningful progress depends on the trust of the people we serve and the strength of our team—so we invest in both, creating an environment where you can do your best work and grow.

 

What else you need to know

This role is based in our San Francisco office. Atoms is a company driven by invention and continuous change - we are constantly reimagining our industries, building new products, and refining how we operate. We do our best work together. That’s why all of our office-based teams work onsite, five days a week.

The base salary range for this role is $122,000 - $153,500 per year.

Actual compensation will be determined on an individual basis and may vary depending on experience, skills, and qualifications.

Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package. You may also be eligible for equity awards and an annual performance-based bonus.

Benefits Summary (USA Full-Time Exempt Employees):

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (multiple plans, incl. HSA options).
• Company-paid life and disability insurance (short- and long-term).
• Voluntary insurance: accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity.
• Optional supplemental life insurance for self, spouse, and children.
• Pet insurance discount.
• 401(k).
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care, Commuter)
• Time Off policies:
• Discretionary vacation days
• 8 paid holidays per year
• Paid sick time
• Paid Bereavement leave
• Paid Parental Leave

Benefits are subject to change at the company's discretion.
Atoms accepts applications on an ongoing basis.

 

Ready to join us as we serve those who serve others? 

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