Applications Engineer

As an Applications Engineer at RTI, your primary responsibilities include developing software architecture tailored for medical applications like imaging and robotic telesurgery, creating technical marketing materials, and building product demos. You'll also engage with partners to ensure our products seamlessly integrate into existing systems, document software functionalities, and test our solutions against competitors to uphold high standards of performance and reliability.

To be considered for the Applications Engineer role at RTI, you should have a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field, along with at least one year of experience in systems architecture and distributed systems. Proficiency in programming languages like C, C++, or Python, experience with embedded systems, computer networks, and familiarity with cybersecurity for IoT devices are also crucial.

At RTI, Applications Engineers can look forward to ample opportunities for career advancement, including access to ongoing training, participation in diverse projects, and recognition for your contributions. The company values individual achievements and offers a supportive environment for personal and professional growth, encouraging engineers to continuously advance their skills in cutting-edge technologies.

Absolutely! RTI is dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, welcoming applicants from diverse backgrounds. They encourage talented individuals to apply for the Applications Engineer position even if they don't meet every qualification listed, as the company believes in the potential of diverse experiences and perspectives.

RTI offers a hybrid work model, allowing Applications Engineers to enjoy a blend of in-office and remote workdays. Additionally, the company provides flexible paid time off policies and encourages you to truly unwind with a unique 'Real Vacation Bonus' for taking extended vacations. The overall work environment promotes a balance between professional responsibilities and personal well-being.

To answer this question effectively, share specific projects where you successfully implemented or developed distributed systems. Discuss the challenges you faced, your approach to solving them, technologies used, and the end results. Highlight any collaborative efforts with teams that contributed to the system’s development.

When responding, emphasize your proficiency in languages like C, C++, or Python. Provide examples of projects you've worked on where each language was applied. Discuss the context, the outcomes, and how your programming skills contributed to successful development or problem-solving.

In your response, highlight the importance of understanding user requirements, conducting thorough market research, and collaborating with stakeholders. Discuss how meeting compliance standards is crucial in medical applications and how you design solutions that enhance usability and performance in these critical environments.

Discuss the planning and design process for product demos, emphasizing the importance of user-centric design. Mention how you develop scenarios that highlight key features and how you iterate based on feedback to enhance engagement and clarity of the demo.

Illustrate a particular partnership where your role was pivotal. Talk about the objectives you collaborated on, any challenges faced in communication or technology integration, and how your efforts led to a successful outcome and strengthened the partnership.

In your answer, refer to industry publications, blogs, and conferences you follow. Share how you actively engage in learning opportunities, whether through online courses, webinars, or professional networking, and how this knowledge enables you to bring innovative solutions to your role.

Share specific methodologies or frameworks you've used to compare features and performance against competitors' solutions. Discuss how this competitive analysis informs your product development lifecycle and ensures continuous improvement in your team’s offerings.

Highlight a specific project focused on time-sensitive networking. Explain the context and requirements of the project, your role in it, and how implementing time-sensitive networking improved the overall system's reliability and performance.

Discuss your understanding of cybersecurity principles, mentioning specific strategies like implementing encryption, secure coding practices, or constant monitoring of vulnerabilities. Offer examples of how you've incorporated these practices in past projects.

Share your strategies for breaking down complex concepts into simpler terms. Emphasize the importance of using analogies, visuals, or demonstrations and how listening to stakeholders' questions can foster better understanding and collaboration.