Senior Systems Engineer

Job Description:

Senior Systems Engineer – CCTV & Surveillance Systems

The opportunity

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Senior Systems Engineer to join our team. The Senior Systems Engineer will play a critical role in the planning, design, deployment, and maintenance of CCTV and surveillance systems. This position requires expertise in conducting site surveys, designing end-to-end solutions, coordinating with network teams, and troubleshooting issues. The engineer will also be responsible for evaluating drawings, conducting inspections, and ensuring compliance with technical standards and project requirements.

About Presight

Presight, an ADX-listed public company limited by shares whose majority shareholder is Abu Dhabi company G42, is the region’s leading big data analytics company powered by Artificial Intelligence (“AI”). It combines big data, analytics, and AI expertise to serve every sector, of every scale, to create business and positive societal impact. With its world-class computer vision, AI and omni-analytics platform as its engine, Presight leverages all-source data to support insight-driven decision making that shapes policy and creates safer, healthier, happier, and more sustainable societies.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct site surveys to assess infrastructure requirements and feasibility for CCTV installations.
• Design comprehensive surveillance solutions, including camera placements, FOV Coverage, NVR/VMS integration, and network architecture.
• Collaborate with Project Managers and Procurement teams to evaluate and select appropriate hardware and software components based on project requirements and compliance requirements.
• Work closely with the network engineering team to design and configure network architecture for CCTV systems to ensure proper IP addressing, VLAN configurations, bandwidth allocation, and storage calculations.
• Work with various makes and models of VMSs/NVRs, and their integrations for ensuring seamless functionality.
• Identify, analyze, and resolve technical issues related to cameras, storage, NVRs, and VMS software.
• Conduct root cause analysis of recurring technical issues and implement preventive measures.
• Conduct technical inspections and audits to ensure installation quality and adherence to standards.
• Review and validate system drawings, layouts, and technical documentation submitted by contractors.
• Work closely with project managers, network engineers, and contractors to ensure smooth execution of CCTV projects.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 5+ years of experience in managing technical projects, particularly in security or surveillance systems.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills with a compassionate approach to client interactions.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and a proactive problem-solving mindset.
• Familiarity with relevant software tools for project management and system integration.
• CCTV certification is preferred but not required; willingness to obtain certification is appreciated.

• Willingness to international travel at least 50% as required by the role, based on business needs and project requirements.

What we look for:

If you are a performance driven, inquisitive mind with the agility to adapt to ambiguity, you will fit right in. You should be eager to explore opportunities to build meaningful collaborations with stakeholders and aspire to create unique customer centric solutions. Bias for action and a passion to conquer new frontiers in the AI space is at the heart of the Presight community.

What working at Presight offers:

Culture: An open, diverse and inclusive environment with a global vision that encourages personal growth and focuses on groundbreaking, industry first innovations.

Career: Outstanding learning, development & growth opportunities via structured training programs and innovative, high-tech projects.

Rewards: A competitive remuneration package with a host of perks including healthcare, education support, leave benefits and more.