Launch Your Career in Industrial IoT: Opportunities for New Graduates

Graduating in 2016 with a computer science degree places you at the forefront of the next major technological wave: the Internet of Things (IoT). The promise of IoT to reshape global economics is staggering—projected to contribute trillions to the world economy—and its influence is already felt in consumer devices such as Fitbit, Apple Watch, and Nest thermostats.

However, the most transformative impact will come from the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT). From connected patient monitoring that could eliminate medical errors from the top ten causes of death, to smart grids that enable renewable energy to seamlessly integrate with the existing grid, to autonomous vehicles that could redefine urban mobility, IIoT is poised to alter the fabric of our industries and cities.

So, where should you begin? Your strong academic record, hands‑on programming experience, contributions to open‑source projects, and internships have already built a solid foundation. The next step is to align that expertise with the right niche in the IoT ecosystem.

The most common career paths in IoT are:

• Connector Engineer – Focuses on hardware and lightweight networking protocols that bridge everyday devices to the cloud. If you enjoy tinkering with Arduino or BeagleBone, and thrive on making sensors and actuators talk to one another, this role is for you.
• Data & Analytics Engineer – Transforms the massive data streams generated by connected devices into actionable insights using big‑data tools like Hadoop, Spark, and advanced analytics.
• Security Engineer – Protects critical infrastructure by ensuring that data, devices, and networks are resilient against cyber threats, safeguarding everything from electric grids to autonomous fleets.
• Systems Engineer – Designs the real‑time, high‑reliability architecture that underpins smart cities, surgical robots, and autonomous vehicles, ensuring that all subsystems communicate seamlessly.

Real‑Time Innovations (RTI) is a leader in building the foundation for IIoT. Our real‑time, secure connectivity platform lets devices discover one another automatically and exchange data with minimal latency. RTI’s data bus delivers reliable, scalable communication that powers everything from industrial automation to smart cities.

We are actively recruiting new graduate engineers—“Jedi Padawans and Knights”—for our Sunnyvale, CA headquarters and our Granada, Spain office. Join a team that is both large enough to shape the industry and small enough that your contributions truly matter. Whether you specialize in software, hardware, or systems engineering, you’ll have the opportunity to work on cutting‑edge technologies across multiple programming languages and real‑time operating systems.

Ready to make an impact? Submit your resume through our careers portal at RTI Careers. For more information on our interview process, visit the same page.

Note: If you will be graduating in the spring of 2017, we encourage you to reach out as well—we’re always eager to connect with talented engineers passionate about RTI and IIoT.