Senior Robotics Software Engineer / Manipulation

Charlestown, MA, US • Posted 10 hours ago • Updated 10 hours ago
Full Time
On-site
$150000 - $175000/yr
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Skills

  • Logistics
  • Computer Hardware
  • Technical Direction
  • Material Handling
  • Computer Science
  • Electrical Engineering
  • ARM
  • Classical Mechanics
  • Optimization
  • C++
  • Python
  • Algorithms
  • Machine Learning (ML)
  • Decision-making
  • IT Management
  • Software Engineering
  • Systems Architecture
  • Scalability
  • Research
  • Mentorship
  • Collaboration
  • Robotics
  • SAP BASIS

Summary

A fast-growing robotics organization in the Boston area is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to help advance the next generation of intelligent automation systems used in high-volume logistics environments. This full-time position offers the opportunity to develop the software that enables robotic hardware to perceive, plan, and interact with the physical world. The ideal candidate has a strong foundation in robotics, algorithm development, and software engineering, along with a passion for solving complex real-world challenges.

This is an opportunity to work on technology that moves beyond the lab and into production. You'll tackle difficult manipulation and autonomy problems, influence technical direction, and contribute to systems operating at scale in dynamic environments. The team is looking for an engineer who enjoys combining theoretical robotics knowledge with practical implementation and who wants to play a meaningful role in shaping the future of automated material handling.
Required Skills & Experience
  • Master's degree in Robotics, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline
  • 5+ years of professional experience developing software for robotic or autonomous systems
  • Strong understanding of robotic arm kinematics, motion generation, path optimization, and control concepts
  • Proficiency in modern C++ and Python development
  • Experience designing, implementing, and refining computationally intensive algorithms
  • Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot complex software and system-level issues
  • Strong communicator with experience working across multidisciplinary engineering teams
Desired Skills & Experience
  • Exposure to machine learning techniques used within robotics or decision-making systems
  • Experience developing software for industrial or commercial robotic deployments
  • Knowledge of scalable distributed systems supporting multiple robotic platforms
  • Technical leadership or mentorship experience
  • Familiarity with modern robotics frameworks, simulation tools, and planning libraries
What You Will Be Doing Tech Breakdown
  • 45% Robotics Planning & Manipulation Software
  • 25% Core Software Engineering
  • 15% System Architecture & Scalability
  • 15% Research, Experimentation & Performance Improvements
Daily Responsibilities
  • 75% Hands-On Engineering
  • 10% Technical Mentorship
  • 15% Collaboration with Cross-Functional Teams
The Offer Benefits
  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Paid vacation and company holidays
  • Equity participation
  • 401(k)
  • Opportunity to work on cutting-edge robotics technology with real-world impact
  • Career growth within a highly innovative engineering organization

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis both now and in the future.
Employers have access to artificial intelligence language tools (“AI”) that help generate and enhance job descriptions and AI may have been used to create this description. The position description has been reviewed for accuracy and Dice believes it to correctly reflect the job opportunity.
  • Dice Id: 10105282
  • Position Id: 879610
  • Posted 10 hours ago

Company Info

About Motion Recruitment Partners, LLC

Motion Recruitment delivers IT Talent Solutions for Contract, Direct Hire, Managed Solutions and Statement of Work to all of North America from our 21 delivery centers. Our high-touch, specialized, team-based recruitment model’s success is proven through our exemplary track record in filling the most challenging IT positions for startup and enterprise clients alike. Our hyper-specialized tech focus results in a truly consultative approach for both our clients and candidates, within our recruiting areas of expertise: Software, Mobile, Data, Infrastructure, Cybersecurity, Product + UX and Functional.

Motion also delivers IT Consulting Solutions through the Motion Consulting Group (MCG) that create true digital transformation for IT projects in Agile Development & Coaching, DevOps & DevSecOps Solutions, and Managed Services for IT Operations.

We’re also the proud creators of Tech in Motion and the Timmy Awards, our North American community platform, events series and award program that connects over 250,000 tech enthusiasts to meet, learn, and innovate.

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