Bear Robotics
Senior Robotics Software Engineer, Autonomy
Redwood City, CA · Senior
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About the role
- This position requires a seasoned software engineer with a deep expertise in robotics, strong technical skills, and a passion for advancing the field of robotics.
- Take ownership of complex technical challenges and provide innovative solutions.
- Stay up to date with the latest research and industry trends in robotics algorithms and apply them to solve complex problems.
Responsibilities
- Technical Leadership: Mentor junior team members, conduct code reviews, and drive technical excellence in the development process.
- Software Architecture and Design: Architect and design scalable and robust robotics software systems, considering performance, reliability, and maintainability.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define software requirements and interfaces.
- Software Development: Develop high-quality, efficient, and reliable code to implement robotics software components and algorithms.
- Utilize programming languages such as C++, Python, or Java to create software solutions that run on robotic platforms.
- Algorithm Development and Optimization: Design and optimize advanced algorithms for perception, planning, control, and navigation in robotics systems.
- Collaboration and Project Management: Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including roboticists, hardware engineers, and product managers, to deliver high-quality robotics projects.
- Drive project planning, coordination, and timely execution.
- Documentation and Reporting: Document software designs, architectures, and implementation details.
- While building expertise in your field you'll have countless opportunities for growth as we expand our product line and global reach.
Requirements
- Extensive experience in software development, with a focus on robotics systems.
- Proficiency in robotic simulation environments and tools.
- Proven track record of delivering complex robotics projects.
Nice to have
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related data-centric discipline.
- Masters degree preferred.
- A minimum of 5 years' professional experience in deployed robotics software
- Preferred Skills/Abilities/
Skills
- Strong programming skills in C++.
- Deep understanding of robotics principles, algorithms, and frameworks.
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
Compensation
- $210k-$257k
Benefits
- Benefits Summary We hire the best, not only will you be surrounded by exceptionally smart and motivated people, but we believe excellent compensation and benefits are an essential part of our company's success.
Company info
- About Bear Robotics: Bear Robotics was founded in 2017 and we are 250+ motivated Bears who work tirelessly everyday to make our robots a reality.
- Bear Robotics was founded in 2017 and we are 250+ motivated Bears who work tirelessly everyday to make our robots a reality.
Equal opportunity
- Equal Opportunity Employer.
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