About EarthSense EarthSense creates dramatic new possibilities for crop breeders, plant protection product developers, crop scientists, and field agronomists. Through advanced mechatronics, design, cutting-edge autonomy, and machine learning, the company make outdoor robots to optimize work in dynamic and uncertain field environments. TerraSentia, its first robot, improves the quantity, accuracy, cost, and speed of in-field plant trait data collection, specifically for under-canopy plants. EarthSense machine vision and machine learning-based analytics seamlessly convert field data to specific, actionable information about plant traits Please see the Research Park Tenant Directory for more information. EarthSense-Research Park About the Role EarthSense Inc. is a leading field robotics company committed to transforming sustainable agriculture with innovative robotic solutions. Our robots empower farmers with data-driven insights, improve efficiency, and promote environmentally friendly farming practices.. We are looking for a Robotics Technician to join our manufacturing team, where you will play a crucial role in assembling, maintaining, and testing our advanced robotic systems. Additionally, you will conduct field tests to ensure quality assurance. This role involves close collaboration with engineering and design teams to troubleshoot issues and implement effective solutions, directly contributing to the advancement of sustainable agriculture. This is a hands-on, on-site role involving physical assembly, field testing, and occasional outdoor work. Responsibilities Build, assemble, and maintain robotic systems in accordance with company standards. Evaluate robot performance in real-world field environments and make adjustments to improve reliability and performance. Work closely with mechanical, electrical, and software engineers to identify, troubleshoot, and resolve technical issues. Use and help maintain Bills of Materials (BOMs) for accurate part tracking, inventory awareness, and procurement coordination. Assist in developing and implementing manufacturing processes to improve efficiency and product quality. Contribute to creating and maintaining user guides, assembly instructions, and troubleshooting documentation to support both internal teams and end-users. Requirements Proven experience assembling and maintaining electrical and mechanical systems or machines. Basic understanding of electrical wiring, sensors, and motor controllers. Proficient with soldering equipment, power tools and basic machine shop equipment. Ability to troubleshoot and solve technical issues with a keen attention to detail. Familiarity with Bills of Materials (BOMs) and basic inventory management practices. Ability to adapt to new challenges and thrive in an independent, dynamic work environment. Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel to field locations for testing and support. Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform physical tasks in various positions, including standing, crouching, and kneeling. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. We are not able to provide visa sponsorship for this role. Preferred Completion of relevant trades certifications such as Electric Vehicle Fundamentals (EVF), Robotics Technician, or similar programs is highly desirable. Previous experience in the robotics or manufacturing industry. Comfort working in Linux environments (Ubuntu; basic command line/Bash a plus). Experience with CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks). Familiarity with communication protocols like RS485 and CAN. Experience shipping lithium batteries and/or familiarity with hazmat regulations (IATA, DOT, UN 38.3) To apply, please use this link: https://go.researchpark.illinois.edu/RoboticsTechnician_EarthSense

About AVIATRIX For enterprises struggling to secure cloud workloads, Aviatrix® offers a single solution for pervasive cloud security. Where current cybersecurity approaches focus on securing entry points to a trusted space, Aviatrix Cloud Native Security Fabric (CNSF) delivers runtime security and enforcement within the cloud application infrastructure itself – closing gaps between existing solutions and helping organizations regain visibility and control. Aviatrix ensures security, cloud, and networking teams are empowering developer velocity, AI, serverless, and what’s next. For more information please visit the Research Park Tenet Directory: Aviatrix – Research Park About the Role The Aviatrix Distributed Cloud Firewall (DCF) Engineering team is responsible for delivering performant, resilient, and scalable firewall solutions to our gateway appliances. The DCF infrastructure spans the Aviatrix multi-cloud solution and includes policy structures dynamically applied to changing enforcement locations, infrastructure for messaging, upgrade, high availability, as well as security features that contribute to the Aviatrix, end to end multi-cloud solution. We are searching for a Senior Member of Technical Staff (Sr. MTS) to join the DCF team working on the control plane. You will contribute to development projects to solve new challenges in multi-cloud networks and connecting cloud to the edge with security. You will design and implement features, fix bugs, and help improve the efficiency, scalability and stability of DCF components, gaining valuable experience in multi-cloud networking and security services. This position offers flexibility to work hybrid in Champaign, IL. Responsibilities Implement and test features and improvements to the DCF data plane in C/C++. Contribute to the development of data plane filtering logic in C/C ++. Contribute to incremental improvements that strengthen customer security posture. Collaborate with team members to deliver features end-to-end. Participate in design discussions, design reviews and code reviews to build technical expertise. Debug and fix issues to improve efficiency, scalability, and stability of DCF components. Actively participate in team meetings and cross-functional discussions. Requirements 1-3 years of relevant software development experience. Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Computer Science or a related field. Strong software engineering fundamentals: ability to write clean, testable, and maintainable code. Coursework, personal projects or corporate experience in systems development such as networking systems, operating systems, security, or distributed systems. Proficiency in C, C++, Rust or similar language. Strong collaboration skills; able to work well in team-oriented and fast-paced environments. Effective communication skills, verbal and written. Preferred Qualification Knowledge of Networking Protocols (TCP, UDP, TLS, DNS, DHCPv6) Security protocol experience (SSL, authentication and authorization, firewall) Prior working experience on one or more Cloud Service Providers (AWS, Azure, GCP, OCI, Alibaba cloud, etc.) Experience with overlays and tunneling technologies To apply, please use this application link: https://go.researchpark.illinois.edu/MTX_SoftwareDevelopment_Aviatrix

About AVIATRIX For enterprises struggling to secure cloud workloads, Aviatrix® offers a single solution for pervasive cloud security. Where current cybersecurity approaches focus on securing entry points to a trusted space, Aviatrix Cloud Native Security Fabric (CNSF) delivers runtime security and enforcement within the cloud application infrastructure itself – closing gaps between existing solutions and helping organizations regain visibility and control. Aviatrix ensures security, cloud, and networking teams are empowering developer velocity, AI, serverless, and what’s next. For more information please visit the Research Park Tenet Directory: Aviatrix – Research Park About the Role The Aviatrix Distributed Cloud Firewall (DCF) Engineering team is responsible for delivering performant, resilient, and scalable firewall solutions to our gateway appliances. The DCF infrastructure spans the Aviatrix multi-cloud solution and includes policy structures dynamically applied to changing enforcement locations, infrastructure for messaging, upgrade, high availability, as well as security features that contribute to the Aviatrix, end to end multi-cloud solution. We are searching for a Senior Member of Technical Staff (Sr. MTS) to join the DCF team working on the control plane. You will contribute to development projects to solve new challenges in multi-cloud networks and connecting cloud to the edge with security. You will design and implement features, fix bugs, and help improve the efficiency, scalability and stability of DCF components, gaining valuable experience in multi-cloud networking and security services. This position offers flexibility to work hybrid in Champaign, IL. Responsibilities Design and implement and test features and improvements to the DCF control plane in Golang and Python. Contribute to the development of control plane logic, primarily in Golang. Drive incremental improvements that strengthen customer security posture. Collaborate with team members to deliver features end-to-end. Participate in design discussions, design reviews and code reviews to build technical expertise. Debug and fix issues to improve efficiency, scalability, and stability of DCF components. Own components and solve technically difficult problems. Actively participate in team meetings and cross-functional discussions. Requirements 3+ years of relevant software development experience or advanced degree. Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Computer Science or a related field. Strong software engineering fundamentals: ability to write clean, testable, and maintainable code. Coursework, personal projects or corporate experience in systems development such as networking systems, operating systems, security, or distributed systems. Proficiency in Golang, Python or similar language. Strong collaboration skills; able to work well in team-oriented and fast-paced environments. Effective communication skills, verbal and written. Preferred Qualification Knowledge of Networking Protocols (TCP, UDP, TLS, DNS, DHCPv6) Security protocol experience (SSL, authentication and authorization, firewall) Prior working experience on one or more Cloud Service Providers (AWS, Azure, GCP, OCI, Alibaba cloud, etc.) Experience with GPRC and k8s. Experience with Terraform. To apply, please use this application link: https://go.researchpark.illinois.edu/MTS_SoftwareDevelopment_Aviatrix

About AVIATRIX For enterprises struggling to secure cloud workloads, Aviatrix® offers a single solution for pervasive cloud security. Where current cybersecurity approaches focus on securing entry points to a trusted space, Aviatrix Cloud Native Security Fabric (CNSF) delivers runtime security and enforcement within the cloud application infrastructure itself – closing gaps between existing solutions and helping organizations regain visibility and control. Aviatrix ensures security, cloud, and networking teams are empowering developer velocity, AI, serverless, and what’s next. For more information please visit the Research Park Tenet Directory: Aviatrix – Research Park About the Role We are searching for a Staff Engineer to join the Aviatrix Platform Team. The Aviatrix Platform Team builds and maintains the distributed software platform that powers Aviatrix’s multicloud networking and security solutions. This team ensures the platform is scalable, reliable, and secure, enabling enterprise customers to manage complex cloud environments with confidence. Responsibilities Own the design, implementation, and evolution of key platform components or services, delivering scalable, high-performance, and reliable distributed networking systems using languages such as Golang, Python, or similar. Lead technical design for moderately complex systems or features, evaluating tradeoffs and impacts across 1–2 components. Author and present design proposals and design documents to align stakeholders and guide implementation. Drive improvements to platform reliability, scalability, performance, and operability, proactively identifying risks and addressing systemic issues rather than isolated defects. Set technical direction within owned areas, proposing architectural improvements, technical standards, and best practices that improve long-term maintainability and velocity. Mentor and support junior and mid-level engineers, providing technical guidance through design reviews, code reviews, and informal coaching to raise the overall quality of the team’s output. Collaborate closely with Product Management and cross-functional engineering partners to translate requirements into well-scoped technical solutions and ensure timely, high-quality delivery. Contribute hands-on code while also guiding others’ work, balancing execution with technical leadership and ownership. Participate actively in design and code reviews, offering thoughtful, constructive feedback and sharing technical learnings broadly across the organization. Requirements 6+ years of software engineering experience with a focus on networking, security, distributed systems, or platform infrastructure. Strong proficiency in at least one modern programming language such as Golang, C/C++, or Python, with demonstrated ability to design and evolve production systems. Proven ability to own components or services end-to-end, including design, implementation, operational considerations, and long-term improvement. Experience writing and reviewing technical design documents and guiding solutions through implementation. Strong collaboration and communication skills, with the ability to influence technical decisions across teams. Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience). Preferred Qualifications Preferred Qualifications Experience working with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP, OCI, Alibaba Cloud, etc.), particularly in networking or security contexts. Familiarity with containerization and orchestration technologies such as Docker, Kubernetes, OpenStack, KVM, libvirt, or Terraform. Solid understanding of Linux systems, networking internals, and performance optimization, including technologies such as OVS/DPDK, SR-IOV, or VMXnet3. Experience designing, evolving, or consuming REST APIs for internal or external system integrations. Prior experience mentoring engineers or acting as a technical lead on projects or components. Experience with Nix and Bazel. To apply, please use this application link: https://go.researchpark.illinois.edu/SoftwareDevelopmentEngineer_Aviatrix

About AVIATRIX For enterprises struggling to secure cloud workloads, Aviatrix® offers a single solution for pervasive cloud security. Where current cybersecurity approaches focus on securing entry points to a trusted space, Aviatrix Cloud Native Security Fabric (CNSF) delivers runtime security and enforcement within the cloud application infrastructure itself – closing gaps between existing solutions and helping organizations regain visibility and control. Aviatrix ensures security, cloud, and networking teams are empowering developer velocity, AI, serverless, and what’s next. For more information please visit the Research Park Tenet Directory: Aviatrix – Research Park About the Role We are searching for a Senior Member of Technical Staff (Sr. MTS) to join the Aviatrix Platform Team. The Aviatrix Platform Team builds and maintains the distributed software platform that powers Aviatrix’s multicloud networking and security solutions. This team ensures the platform is scalable, reliable, and secure, enabling enterprise customers to manage complex cloud environments with confidence. Responsibilities Develop scalable, high-performance and reliable distributed networking applications and automation tooling using modern languages such as Golang, Python, or similar. Utilize build automation and containerization tools (e.g., Bazel, CI/CD pipelines, Docker) to streamline development, testing, and deployment environments. Implement end-to-end network management solutions by analyzing requirements and working under the guidance of senior engineers. Investigate, debug, and optimize system components to significantly improve scalability, stability, and reliability. Propose and implement incremental improvements that enhance overall product reliability and performance. Collaborate with Product Management and cross-functional engineering teams to ensure high-quality and timely feature delivery. Actively participate in design and code reviews, providing constructive feedback to peers and sharing technical learnings across the organization. Requirements 3+ years of experience in software engineering focused on networking, security, or distributed systems. Strong proficiency in at least one modern language: Golang, C/C++, or Python. Demonstrated ability to work independently on technically challenging problems and to collaborate effectively across teams. Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field. Preferred Qualifications Working knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP, OCI, Alibaba Cloud, etc.) in the context of networking and security. Familiarity with container and virtualization technologies such as Kubernetes, OpenStack, KVM, libvirt, or Terraform. Solid understanding of Linux systems, networking internals, and performance tuning (e.g., OVS/DPDK, SR-IOV, VMXnet3). Experience designing or consuming REST APIs for system integrations. Experience with Nix and Bazel. To apply, please use this application link: https://go.researchpark.illinois.edu/SoftwareDevelopment_Aviatrix

About Sponsored Programs Administration This position may be eligible for a hybrid or remote work arrangement dependent with unit operational needs. This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship. Ready to put your organizational and problem-solving skills to work in a role that powers world-changing research? As an Award Management Coordinator, you’ll help ensure research projects stay on track by reviewing budgets, monitoring spending, and making sure everything follows the rules—no science background required. If you have experience balancing priorities, interpreting policies, or managing financial data, you already have what it takes to succeed. You’ll become a go-to expert, partnering with departments to navigate funding requirements and keep projects moving forward. We offer flexible remote work options and robust training programs to help you thrive and grow in your role—perfect for someone who loves making things happen behind the scenes. The University of Illinois Urbana–Champaign is a public land-grant research university in Illinois in the twin cities of Champaign and Urbana. It is the flagship institution of the University of Illinois system and was founded in 1867. The university serves the people of Illinois through a shared commitment to excellence in teaching, research, public engagement, economic development and health care. Faculty, staff and students share their knowledge, expertise and resources with residents in every corner of the state through public service and outreach programs. Job Summary Award Management Coordinator Independently perform sponsored research/other program post-award financial management duties, with emphasis on compliance with institutional policies and procedures, state and/or federal laws, and award terms and conditions. Senior Award Management Coordinator Independently perform sponsored research/other program post-award financial management duties at an advanced level, with emphasis on compliance with institutional policies and procedures, state and/or federal laws, and award terms and conditions. Duties & Responsibilities  Award Management Coordinator Post-Award Financial Management: Conduct detailed reviews of executed award documents, including related sponsor research policy and other references, to identify and track financial and compliance requirements. Perform expenditure reviews and pre-audit select expense transactions to determine allowability and correctness based on award terms and conditions and applicable policies and procedures. Prepare, review, and submit sponsored research/other program financial reports and invoices. Review subrecipient invoices for compliance with award terms and internal approval procedures; conduct follow-up on unpaid subrecipient invoices. Coordinate cash collection activity using sponsor and University reports and electronic systems. Review and manage all cost share commitments including: enter data in the cost share system; collaborate with departments to ensure commitments are fulfilled; and prepare, review, and validate cost share reports for submission to sponsors. Policy and Regulation Interpretation and Application: Research, interpret, and autonomously apply all relevant federal and state regulations and laws, University and sponsor policies, and sponsoring agency terms and conditions on a daily basis. Continuously monitor for updated regulations and policies to ensure sponsored research/other program compliance. Advise University faculty and staff on how to best maintain compliance. Collaborate with SPA leadership to develop and implement SPA policies, procedures, and objectives. Liaison and Outreach Engagement: Act as post-award liaison between University and sponsors. Lead in conflict resolution of award issues, and use independent judgment to facilitate resolution with all concerned parties. Serve as post-award subject matter expert related to sponsored research/other programs. Partner with and provide expertise to department business office staff and University units. Analyze and provide data to assist with Office of Government Costing studies. Assist with outreach initiatives to promote SPA and overall University objectives. Electronic Systems Application: Evaluate SPA and University system data for consistency with award terms and conditions. Create, modify, run, utilize, and maintain numerous award management spreadsheets and databases and analyze associated data. Access and maintain a working knowledge of multiple sponsor electronic systems, and advise faculty and staff on the use of these systems, as needed. On behalf of the University, exercise independent judgement to electronically submit letter of credit cash draws, reports, and requests for award modifications. Business Operations Contributions: Manage multiple tasks effectively with a high level of productivity. Analyze processes and seek to streamline efficiencies and improve customer service. Minimal overnight travel may be required. Perform other duties as necessary to further enhance the mission and goals of SPA. Senior Award Management Coordinator In addition to the above Duties and Responsibilities for Award Management Coordinator: Liaison and Outreach Engagement: Assist with outreach initiatives to promote SPA and overall University objectives, including the development and delivery of presentations at SPaRC, national conferences, and other training opportunities. Award Management System Leadership: Oversee a more complex distribution of awards in areas such as award terms, financial aspects, and invoicing and reporting requirements. Serve as a resource to new staff and assist new hire training delivery. Assist in the development of Award Management section tools and resources. Serve as a subject matter expert to other SPA functional teams regarding post-award section processes and sponsor requirements. Act as a resource and back-up to the Assistant Director, Award Management. Required Qualifications Award Management Coordinator Bachelor’s degree in business administration, accounting, finance, economics or a field related to the position. Two (2) years of financial and/or administrative experience. Senior Award Management Coordinator Bachelor’s degree in business administration, accounting, finance, economics or a field related to the position. Two years of financial and/or administrative experience. Demonstrated research administration experience in a university setting with responsibility for post-award financial management. Preferred Qualifications Award Management Coordinator Experience at an institution of higher education. Experience with sponsored research program administration. Certification in research administration (CRA). Certification in research administration at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign (Illini CRA). Senior Award Management Coordinator Advanced degree. Advanced experience with sponsored research/other program post- award financial management within a University post-award research administration office. Certification in research administration (CRA). Certification in research administration at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign (Illini CRA). Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Award Management Coordinator Required: Knowledge of accounting principles including cost analysis, budget review, journal entries, and financial reporting. Effective communication skills and ability to work as a team member. Excellent computer skills including a comprehensive knowledge