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Inficare Technologies

POS Engineer

Boston, MA · On-site

$134K - $177K/yr

POS Engineer Duration: 8+ months Location: Boston Support Center, MA (4 days onsite) Must Have(s ... operating edge computing in distributed environments • Comfortable with store-level compute ...

Inficare Technologies

POS Engineer

Boston, MA · On-site

$134K - $177K/yr

POS Engineer Duration: 8+ months Location: Boston Support Center, MA (4 days onsite) Must Have(s ... operating edge computing in distributed environments • Comfortable with store-level compute ...

Shore Point Distributors

POS Warehouse Assistant

Freehold, NJ · On-site

$16.25 - $19.50/hr

Pos Warehouse Assistant Shore Point Distributing Company is expanding our team, and we are seeking ... OSHA-certified forklift and scissor-lift operator preferred, or ability to become certified.

Shore Point Distributors

POS Warehouse Assistant

Freehold, NJ · On-site

$16.25 - $19.50/hr

Pos Warehouse Assistant Shore Point Distributing Company is expanding our team, and we are seeking ... OSHA-certified forklift and scissor-lift operator preferred, or ability to become certified.

Food 4 Less

POS 2nd

Sacramento, CA

$18.15 - $25/hr

Basic computer skills for operating the POS system. Abilities: * Ability to adapt to changing situations, manage multiple demands, and work effectively with diverse personalities. * Aptitude for ...

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Food 4 Less

POS 2nd

Stockton, CA · On-site

$18.15 - $25/hr

Basic computer skills for operating the POS system. Abilities: * Ability to adapt to changing situations, manage multiple demands, and work effectively with diverse personalities. * Aptitude for ...

Food 4 Less

POS 2nd

Stockton, CA · On-site

$18.15 - $25/hr

Basic computer skills for operating the POS system. Abilities: * Ability to adapt to changing situations, manage multiple demands, and work effectively with diverse personalities. * Aptitude for ...

Food 4 Less

POS Helper

Merced, CA · On-site

$16.90 - $21.50/hr

Basic computer skills for operating the POS system. Abilities: * Ability to adapt to changing situations, manage multiple demands, and work effectively with diverse personalities. * Aptitude for ...

Food 4 Less

POS Helper

Madera, CA · On-site

$16.90 - $21.50/hr

Basic computer skills for operating the POS system. Abilities: * Ability to adapt to changing situations, manage multiple demands, and work effectively with diverse personalities. * Aptitude for ...

Food 4 Less

POS Helper

Madera, CA

$16.90 - $21.50/hr

Basic computer skills for operating the POS system. Abilities: * Ability to adapt to changing situations, manage multiple demands, and work effectively with diverse personalities. * Aptitude for ...

NARDINI ENTERPRISES LLC

Shift Leader

Fort Worth, TX · On-site

$10 - $16/hr

Operating POS system and handling transactions * Balancing drawers and basic end-of-day reporting Cleanliness & Organization * Maintaining a clean, organized workspace * Following food safety and ...

NARDINI ENTERPRISES LLC

Shift Leader

Fort Worth, TX · On-site

$10 - $16/hr

Operating POS system and handling transactions * Balancing drawers and basic end-of-day reporting Cleanliness & Organization * Maintaining a clean, organized workspace * Following food safety and ...

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How much do pos operator jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 3, 2026, the average hourly pay for pos operator in the United States is $20.07, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.83 and $22.12 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a POS operator?

POS Operators, or Point of Sale Operators, are individuals responsible for managing transactions at checkout counters in retail environments. They operate cash registers or POS systems to process sales, handle payments, issue receipts, and assist customers during the transaction process. Additionally, they may be tasked with balancing cash drawers, resolving customer inquiries, and ensuring the accuracy of pricing. POS Operators play a crucial role in delivering efficient and friendly service to enhance the customer experience.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a POS operator, and why are they important?

To thrive as a POS Operator, you need attention to detail, basic math skills, and experience with cash handling, typically supported by a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with point-of-sale (POS) systems, barcode scanners, and payment processing software is essential. Excellent customer service, communication, and problem-solving skills set standout POS Operators apart. These skills ensure efficient transactions, accurate record-keeping, and a positive customer experience in retail or hospitality settings.

What are some common challenges faced by POS operators and how can they be managed effectively?

POS Operators often encounter challenges such as handling high customer volumes during peak hours, quickly resolving payment or technical issues, and ensuring accuracy in transactions. To manage these, it's important to stay organized, remain calm under pressure, and communicate clearly with both customers and team members. Many workplaces provide ongoing training and support, and collaborating closely with supervisors or IT staff can help resolve technical difficulties efficiently.

What is the difference between Pos Operator vs Cashier?

AspectPos OperatorCashier
Required CredentialsBasic training, POS system certification (if applicable)High school diploma or equivalent, cash handling experience
Work EnvironmentRetail stores, restaurants, hospitality venuesSupermarkets, retail outlets, restaurants
Employer & Industry UsageUsed in industries requiring complex POS transactionsCommon in retail and food service
Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding POS system operation, technical skillsCustomer service, cash handling skills

While both Pos Operators and Cashiers work in retail and hospitality settings, Pos Operators typically handle more complex POS systems and may require specific training or certification. Cashiers focus on processing transactions and providing customer service. The roles often overlap, but Pos Operators are more involved with technical aspects of POS systems, whereas Cashiers primarily manage sales and payments.

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Infographic showing various Pos Operator job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 38% Full Time, 60% Part Time, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $41,738 per year, or $20.1 per hour.

POS Engineer

Inficare Technologies

Boston, MA • On-site

$134K - $177K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 20 days ago

Job description

Position: POS Engineer
Duration: 8+ months
Location: Boston Support Center, MA (4 days onsite)
Must Have(s):
  1. 5 years high volume POS engineering experience
  2. 3 years edge computing in large scale environment
  3. 5 years POS hardware experience
  4. 1 year Oracle Symphony & Oracle Res

Contract | Individual Contributor
What This Role Is
We are hiring a hands-on senior consultant to help design and evaluate next-generation POS hardware and edge computing architecture for a large Quick Service Restaurant (QSR) environment as part of a team. The position is an onsite role in our Canton, MA support center.
This is not a people-manager role and not day-to-day POS support.
The focus is architecture, tradeoffs, and future-proofing-especially extending hardware life, reducing OS risk, and ensuring systems can grow with software (including AI use cases) over the next 5-10 years.
What You'll Do
• Evaluate current POS hardware and deployment models
• Evaluate edge-based architectures that:
o Reduce dependency on POS terminal OS EOS
o Allow POS logic to move off the register where appropriate
o Support 100% seamless offline operation and high-volume store environments
• Help define where workloads should run:
o POS endpoint vs store edge vs cloud
• Assess hardware and OS choices against future growth, including AI-driven workloads
• Deliver clear architecture recommendations, diagrams, and tradeoff analysis with the team
Required Experience (Must Have)
POS & QSR Experience
• Hands-on experience with large enterprise POS systems in QSR or high-volume retail
• Strong understanding of:
o Transactions
o Payments
o Peripherals
o Offline / degraded network behavior
• Experience designing around existing POS platforms, not replacing them
Edge Computing & Architecture
• Real experience designing or operating edge computing in distributed environments
• Comfortable with store-level compute models that work even when the network is down
• Experience supporting mixed fleets (legacy hardware + new stores)
POS Hardware
• Experience with enterprise POS hardware such as:
o NCR
o Oracle MICROS
o HP (or similar vendors)
• Understands hardware lifecycle realities (long refresh cycles, mixed environments)
OS & Imaging (Hands-On)
• OS imaging and lifecycle management experience
• Windows LTSC in POS environments (including tradeoffs)
• Linux for edge or backend workloads (practical use, not ideological)
Future-Ready & Capacity Planning (Critical)
• Understands how emerging technologies (e.g., AI, real-time analytics, automation) impact store compute needs
• Experience with capacity planning and technology decisions looking 3-5 years out
• Able to design architectures where software growth does not immediately force hardware upgrades
We are not looking for someone to build AI models-
we are looking for someone who understands what AI and future software demand from infrastructure.
What This Role Is NOT
• Not people management
• Not vendor ownership or procurement negotiation
• Not day-to-day POS support or store operations
• Not an AI engineering role
Ideal Candidate Summary
A senior individual contributor with deep POS and QSR experience who can combine edge computing, OS strategy, and capacity planning to deliver practical, future-ready POS architecture recommendations-without forcing unnecessary hardware refreshes.

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