Staff Robotics Software Engineer

Job Description

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 languages 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 orientation

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

Full-time