Staff Robotics Software Engineer

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At Slip Robotics, we are at the forefront of revolutionizing the logistics and automation industry with cutting-edge robotic solutions. Our mission is to transform the way goods move through the world by designing and building autonomous systems that enhance warehouse intelligence, optimize supply chains, and ensure workplace safety. We believe in the power of innovation and collaboration, and our team is dedicated to pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in robotics. Join us and help shape the future of automation!

The Role: We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Staff Robotics Software Engineer, with a focus on cloud communication, sensor integration, electronics driver development, robotics navigation and control, and CI/CD processes. This role requires an individual who has a strong blend of software and hardware expertise in robotics, and a Master's degree or higher in a relevant field.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain sophisticated software for autonomous mobile robots
• Implement and optimize algorithms for path planning, motion control, and obstacle avoidance
• Integrate and manage cloud communication services, especially AWS, for enhanced connectivity and data processing
• Develop drivers and interfaces for various sensors and electronic components in robotics
• Construct and maintain tools and processes for Continuous Integration and Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) to streamline software development and deployment
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams for seamless software integration with mechanical and electrical systems
• Apply machine learning techniques to improve robot autonomy and efficiency
• Conduct comprehensive software testing and debugging for reliability and performance
• Stay updated on the latest in robotics software, cloud computing, sensor technology, and CI/CD practices
• Provide mentorship and guidance to junior software engineers

Requirements

• Master’s degree or higher in Computer Science, Robotics, Software Engineering, or related field
• 5+ years of experience in robotics software development
• Proficiency in programming such as Python, C++, or ROS (Robot Operating System)
• Experience with AWS or similar cloud services for communication and data processing
• Experience in developing sensor and electronics drivers for robotic systems
• Proven experience in building and maintaining CI/CD processes and tools
• Strong skills in algorithm development for path planning, machine learning, and real-time systems
• Exceptional problem-solving ability and adaptability in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication skills and teamwork

Benefits

• Be a part of a passionate and innovative team
• Work on groundbreaking technology in robotics and automation
• Opportunity to shape the future of logistics and freight industries
• Competitive compensation and equity options
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Permissive time off