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CAD (Computer Aided Dispatch) System Consultant, Remote- US
Job Location (Short): Madison, Alabama-USA
Workplace Type: Remote
Req Id: 3049
Responsibilities
Octave is seeking a CAD System Consultant to lead the implementation of our computer aided dispatch solutions for public safety agencies. This role is critical to delivering mission-critical technology that supports emergency response operations and community safety.
The CAD System Consultant operates as a key member of a delivery pod, working closely with Project Managers, Technical Leads, and customers to design, configure, and deploy solutions that align with real-world operational needs. This is a highly collaborative, customer-facing role with travel requirements of up to 50-60%, depending on project needs.
Key Responsibilities
• Lead customer workshops to gather operational, technical, and workflow requirements across public safety environments
• Design and configure complex workflows aligned to public safety operations and approved Functional Design Documents (FDDs)
• Lead simple data modeling and data conversion activities
• Perform complex configuration, installation, and deployment of Octave's COTS products
• Support and occasionally lead database administration activities, including data validation and environment readiness
• Act as a subject matter expert in customer-facing engagements, providing guidance on best practices and operational alignment
• Lead and support customer acceptance testing, including issue resolution and validation of system functionality
• Lead end-user, train-the-trainer, and system administration training
• Ensure system configuration aligns with approved Functional Design Documents (FDDs) and project scope
• Collaborate with Technical Leads and Project Managers to ensure solution quality, scope alignment, and delivery progress
• Support go-live, stabilization, and post-production activities as required
• Provide clear and consistent status updates and documentation to support project tracking and transparency
• Accurately track time and project activities in alignment with delivery expectations
• Other duties as assigned
Education / Qualifications
Education & Professional Experience
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Sciences, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Minimum of 7 years of relevant experience in software implementation, technical consulting, or application development
• Experience working with mission-critical or public safety systems (CAD, PSAP, or field operations) is highly desirable
Technical & Delivery Expertise
• Proven experience in requirements gathering, solution design, and system implementation
• Demonstrated ability to lead technical tasks and support successful production deployments
• Experience delivering customer presentations and training sessions (end users and/or administrators)
Customer & Business Skills
• Strong ability to build and maintain positive customer relationships
• Solid understanding of professional services delivery and business priorities
Core Competencies
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to clearly convey technical concepts to varied audiences
• Effective problem-solving skills, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Demonstrated team-oriented mindset, including collaboration, knowledge sharing, and flexibility
• Self-motivated, reliable, and accountable, with a strong focus on ownership and delivery outcomes
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced delivery environment
About Octave
Octave provides mission-critical software that empowers organizations to make informed decisions across every stage of the asset lifecycle - Design, Build, Operate and Protect - where performance, safety, and reliability are non-negotiable and failure is not an option.
Turning complex operational data into actionable intelligence, Octave connects expertise, real-world conditions and enterprise-scale insight to improve performance, resilience and incident response where it matters most.
Octave has more than 7,000 employees in 45 countries. Learn more at octave.com and follow us on LinkedIn.
Why work for Octave?
All in. Always forward. That's the way we do things around here. We put trust in our people because we believe it's the best way to unleash potential, bring ideas to life, and keep moving ahead. And it's why we're committed to creating an environment that's truly supportive, providing you with the resources you need to support your ambitions, no matter who you are or where you are in the world.
Everyone is welcome
At Octave, we believe that diverse and inclusive teams are critical to the success of our people and our business. Here, everyone is welcome. As an inclusive workplace, we don't discriminate. In fact, we embrace differences and are fully committed to creating equal opportunities, an inclusive environment, and fairness for all.
Respect is the cornerstone of how we operate, so speak up and be yourself. You're valued here.
Recruitment Fraud Alert
Octave posts all official job opportunities on either https://careers.octave.com/ or https://www.octave.com/about/careers and communicates only from email addresses ending in @octave.com. We never request payment or personal banking information during recruitment. No offers will ever be extended without a proper interview via Teams or in person, never done over email alone. If you suspect fraud, it probably is, and contact us at careers@octave.com