Robotics Systems Engineer Level 5

Title: Robotics Systems Engineer IC5
Location: Fremont CA (Onsite)
Duration: 12 months
Job Description:

• This candidate must possess excellent communication, leadership, interpersonal and organizational skills, plus strong engineering, program management and analytical skills. This role requires an experienced, dedicated professional to effectively collaborate and influence internal stakeholders, including cross-functional teams and individuals of all levels.
• If you have a strong appetite for technology and enjoy working in small, agile, empowered teams solving complex problems within a high energy, dynamic environment then this is the role for you. This position is full-time and located in Fremont, CA with some domestic and international travel required.

Responsibilities:

1. Develop and integrate software algorithms for robotic automation systems, including robot backend services to enable data center physical autonomous operation and efficient task execution
2. Design and optimize software architecture to ensure computational efficiency and resource utilization, leveraging best practices and coding standards to enhance overall robotic system performance
3. Collaborate with XFN teams (system engineer, hardware engineer, QAQC, production engineer, operations) to integrate software components with hardware systems, ensuring seamless communication and interoperability for optimal robotic performance
4. Conduct rigorous testing and validation of software modules and systems, employing simulation tools and real-world testing scenarios to verify functionality, performance, and safety requirements
5. Stay updated on advancements in robotics software technologies and methodologies, continuously evaluating and integrating new tools, techniques, and libraries to improve development efficiencies and explore innovative solutions
6. Document software design, architecture, and implementation details, fostering knowledge sharing within the robotics automation team and providing technical guidance to junior engineers

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor s degree in Robotics, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field
• 5+ years of experience coding with C++ and Python, focusing on the design and development of robotics solutions
• Familiarity with industry standard software development methodologies, version control systems, and software testing techniques
• Full-stack abilities encompassing algorithms and backend services tailored to robotics applications, for example:
  • Backend software system such as Thrift, Tupperware, fbcode, or Scuba
  • Machine learning, Computer vision and imaging applications in robotics
• Proven ability to analyze complex problems, identifying constraints, and develop robust solutions
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment, collaborating with hardware engineers, system engineers, and other stakeholders
• Track record of navigating ambiguity, pioneering process for new technology development, and deploying products effectively for operational success in real world scenarios

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master s degree or above in Robotics, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field
• Expertise in one or more of the following areas:
  • Backend software system such as Thrift, Tupperware, fbcode, or Scuba
  • Machine learning, Computer vision and imaging applications in robotics
  • Robotics platform such as ROS, ROS2
  • Robot arm and manipulator techniques
  • Robot control system, including position, velocity, and force control
  • Linux and networking
  • Machine learning like Ross
• Strong track record of contributions to the robotics development community
• Familiarity with hardware design and integration processes in robotics system
• Experience with data analysis tools or collaboration with data analysts
• Demonstrated ability to scale solutions, with a mindset focused on scalability principles

Story Behind the Need Business Group & Key Projects:

• Surrounding team & key projects: Image processing, AI. Working on back-end knowledge
• Typical Day-to-Day in the role: See responsibilities in JD.
• How will performance be measured? Ownership and execution on their own (more technical). Working closely with engineers in the lab as they will be able to observe productivity and understanding

Compelling Story & Candidate Value Proposition: What makes this role interesting? Working on high level robotics, cutting edge projects with AI

Years of overall experience required?: 5+ years of experience coding with C++ and Python, focusing on the design and development of robotics solutions, product development
Degrees/certifications required?: Bachelor s degree in Robotics, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field