Embedded Engineer - Robotics

Job Title: Embedded Engineer - Robotics
Job Location: Boise, ID or Dallas, TX Local candidates preferred Duration: 12+ months

Job Description:

As the R&D Senior Software Engineer, you are an expert in Linux development using both C++ and Python. You have experience designing production ready software and understand the patterns and architectures used to create reliable and maintainable codebases. You have experience with common robotics software tools and concepts such as ROS, motor control, localization, navigation, and sensor hardware technology such as LiDAR, Cameras, Motors, Encoders, etc. Most importantly, you have experience leading teams, driving processes, inspiring software engineers, and creating strong team cultures with open communication.

Job Functions:

• Contribute directly to ROS-based C++ and Python codebases, running on Linux systems.
• Create software designs, host design and code reviews, and engage with SDLC processes.
• Responsible for owning key development and acting as a key stakeholder in review approvals.
• Mentor and guide junior team members engage in peer programming.
• Engage in scoping, planning, and scheduling your work in an Agile workflow.
• Engage in, and help create and drive, best practices and SOPs for software development.
• Create test plans and engage in hands-on testing and verification on live Robots & Hardware.
• Uphold our safety standards when interacting with live equipment.
• Participate in field trials and customer on-site Beta deployments as we release new products.
• Work with other business units throughout the release process of R&D products (Manufacturing, Commissioning, Development, etc.).

Preferred Skills & Qualifications:

• Bachelor s Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or similar field
• Minimum 8+ years of relevant experience
• Experience designing and implementing production software systems.
• Experience with Agile development environment and a strong drive for SOPs.
• Expert in Linux environment and developing for Linux systems.
• Expertise in C/C++ and Python, Experience with other software technologies (Web Development, SQL, etc.).
• Experience with CI/CD and testing methodologies and implementation.
• Experience with Containerization and Deployment Strategies.
• Experience with version control systems, GIT preferred.
• Experience with ROS (Robot Operating System).
• Experience with low-level communication interfaces TCP/IP, Sockets, CAN, SPI.
• Experience developing for, or interfacing with, embedded systems and microcontrollers.
• Experience with Robotics technologies (Motor Controllers, Lidars, Encoders, and various sensor technologies).
• Exposure to, or development experience with, Autonomous Navigation Systems.