Robotics Software Engineer (Grasping)

• As a Robotics Software Engineer, you will develop and implement robust algorithms to facilitate complex robotic operations in real-world manufacturing environments. Our team is responsible for both motion planning and grasping, with this role dedicated specifically to advancing our grasping capabilities
• To succeed, you will bring a strong foundation in robotics—whether from a background in motion planning, control systems, or manipulation—to write excellent, production-quality code
• You will help abstract the inherent complexity of robotic tasks into intuitive, seamless workflows, enabling users to transition from design to execution without needing deep subject matter expertise
• Working alongside a diverse team of roboticists and application engineers, you will integrate and validate solutions across various industrial tasks and contribute to the launch of impactful robotics products
• Algorithm Development: Design, implement, and maintain efficient, production-ready algorithms for robotic grasping
• Problem Solving: Collaborate with the team to apply cutting-edge advancements in robotics to practical, real-world industrial problems
• Technical Execution: Transform complex partner requirements into highly reliable, functional, and scalable technical outcomes
• System Reliability: Improve our core robotics software framework, ensuring high code quality and contributing to a highly reliable product

Benefits

• Employee assistance programs focused on mental health
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and dependents
• Access to mental health apps
• Workplace accommodations for physical or mental health concerns
• Competitive compensation package that includes base salary, an annual performance bonus target, and equity
• Hybrid work model that balances in-person collaboration and productivity with individual flexibility
• 401(k) and regional retirement plans
• Paid time off, including vacation, bereavement, jury duty, sick leave, parental leave, disability, and holidays
• Student loan reimbursement
• Parental leave and baby bonding leave
• Fertility and growing family support
• Back-up childcare
• Educational reimbursement
• Donation matching and time off to volunteer- Robotics Fundamentals: Strong foundation in linear algebra, spatial transformations, kinematics, and rigid body dynamics
• 2+ years of professional experience in robotics (backgrounds in motion planning, control, or grasping/manipulation are all welcome)
• Hardware Experience: Direct experience testing, deploying, and iterating on physical robot hardware
• Software Engineering: Exceptional programming skills in C++ and Python, with a proven track record of writing clean, efficient, and production-quality software
• Master’s degree in Robotics, Computer Science, or a related field
• PhD in Robotics or a related field with a specific focus on motion planning, controls, or grasping
• Prior exposure to or interest in robotic grasping and manipulation projects
• Full-Stack Robotics: Experience developing across the entire robotics stack, ranging from writing kinematics and motion generation to system integration and testing