Darren Smith

Detail-oriented Linux System Administrator with hands-on experience supporting Ubuntu Linux systems, computing platforms, hardware, networking, firmware, automation, and infrastructure. Experienced in Linux CLI troubleshooting, system maintenance, configuration changes, IP addressing and subnetting, Ansible automation, incident/ticket resolution, and technical documentation. Strong hands-on background diagnosing issues across hardware, operating system, networking, and firmware layers.

Linux System Administrator - Latitude AI - Greer, SC / Greenville, SC

(2023-07)

• Administer and maintain Ubuntu Linux systems supporting autonomous vehicle computing platforms and engineering operations.
• Diagnose Linux, hardware, firmware, sensor, and network issues using command-line tools and structured troubleshooting.
• Perform system maintenance, upgrades, engineering changes, and configuration updates across Orin, Asrock, and Toliman computing platforms.
• Use Ansible to automate firmware deployment across multiple hardware platforms, improving consistency and reducing manual effort.
• Troubleshoot IP addressing, subnetting, routing, and connectivity issues to establish communication with required test and update nodes.
• Work hands-on with computing hardware, networking, wiring harnesses, sensors, and vehicle systems while following technical procedures.
• Perform advanced troubleshooting and end-of-line commissioning for vehicle fleets; verify systems after repairs and configuration changes.
• Document diagnostics, configuration changes, fleet health, and corrective actions; manage VMR and VTR assignments through Jira.
• Use Python, Visual Studio Code, and Linux CLI tools to support diagnostics, automation, and technical workflows.

IT Field Technician - Proterra - Greenville, SC

(2022-10 - 2023-07)

• Tested and calibrated EV battery packs using PEOL systems and diagnostic tools.
• Installed and verified firmware and software on electronic components and validated system communication.
• Measured and logged system data, performed defect detection, and supported troubleshooting of production equipment.
• Followed established procedures for testing, documentation, configuration verification, and issue resolution.