Apptronik

Robot Platform Software Engineer, Wireless Networking

Austin, TX

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 26 days ago

C++LinuxCybersecurityNetwork SecurityLogisticsRoboticsElectrical EngineeringTCP/IP5G/LTE

About the role

You will join a dedicated team applying expertise across the robotics stack to solve complex challenges in safety and commercialization to change the world for the better.
Engineer wireless links to sustain ~100 Hz control and telemetry traffic with bounded tail latency using MAC- and IP-layer QoS.
Configure and harden the robot's wireless stack on embedded Linux, including roaming, addressing, and reconnection handling.

Optimize bandwidth to reduce aggregate traffic to fit specific WiFi channels through video encoding and telemetry decimation.
Partner with hardware/RF teams to characterize radio modules, antenna placement, and self-interference from power electronics.
Design link-loss detection, watchdog logic, and safe-state transitions to ensure operational safety over wireless links.
Apptronik is a human-centered robotics company developing AI-powered robots to support humanity in every facet of life.
Apptronik is seeking a Wireless Networking Engineer to join our team in Austin, TX, to own the software and systems behind reliable wireless connectivity for our flagship humanoid robot, Apollo.

Proficiency in C++ within a Linux environment for system-level and real-time performance-sensitive code.
Working knowledge of 802.11 internals (WiFi 6/6E) and RF propagation/interference fundamentals.
Hands-on experience with the Linux wireless stack (nl80211, wpa_supplicant) and network drivers.
Familiarity with network security (WPA3-Enterprise, 802.1X/EAP) and certificate/PKI lifecycles.
Experience with robotics/embedded middleware like ROS2/DDS and containerization tools like Docker.

private 5G/CBRS deployment, video codec experience (H.264/H.265/AV1) and GStreamer pipeline tuning, multi-robot/fleet networking, and RF lab/measurement experience.
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer/Electrical Engineering, or a related field
Master's degree preferred.
An EE/RF or networking background is a strong plus given the wireless focus of this role.
4+ years of experience in software engineering with a focus on system-level software, including demonstrable depth in networking, wireless, or embedded-Linux connectivity.
Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times.
Hearing and speech to communicate.

Design robot-side network health telemetry and diagnostic trouble codes integrated into the telemetry pipeline.
Vision to read printed materials and a computer screen.
Our flagship humanoid robot, Apollo, is built to collaborate thoughtfully with people, starting with critical industries such as manufacturing and logistics, with future applications in healthcare, the home, and beyond.

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