Robotics Software Engineer

ARIS Technology•Hinckley, IL

7d•Remote

About The Position

Join our dynamic team and contribute to the design and development of cutting-edge automated robotic 3D metrology and inspection systems that are transforming manufacturing and repair industries. In this role, you will have the unique opportunity to work at the intersection of advanced robotics, 3D scanning technology, digital twin, simulation, and AI / Autonomy. With a focus on improving product quality in industries such as aerospace, defense and automotive, you will be part of a growing industry with immense potential. If you are passionate about pushing the boundaries of technology and making a tangible impact on the future of manufacturing by applying cutting edge technology and advanced software, this is the role for you! We are seeking a highly skilled Robotics / Perception Software Engineer with experience specializing in writing advanced robotics control, tool pathing and motion planning, system drivers for integration, and software platform for managing multi-hardware / multi-software workflows. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in developing software solutions involving interaction with hardware systems. This role is pivotal in advancing our automated robotic systems’ intelligence, reliability, and autonomy, aimed at enhancing manufacturing processes by reducing process waste and improving product quality. For the qualified and experienced candidate, this position will be remote.

Requirements

Professional experience in software engineering (generally at least 5 years is expected), with a focus on collaborative robots, 3D perception, and motor control
Strong understanding of software design patterns and hardware-software interfaces design
Familiarity with robotics frameworks, such as ROS, and experience in working with various communication protocols
Applied knowledge and best practices, such as Agile software development, DevOps, automated unit testing, system test automation, tools such as Jira for requirement management GitHub for code and configuration management
Excellent problem-solving skills, with a history of handling complex technical challenges
The ability to work in a fast-paced environment where priorities change, as typical in a small start-up
Prioritize tasks efficiently and effectively
Success in communicating with peers, leadership, and other valued stakeholders
The ability to work collaboratively in a team setting
A history of explaining complex concepts clearly and providing sound technical solutions
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field
Accustomed to complex problem solving; identification, information review, options development, and evaluation, as well as solutions implementation
Experience in learning new relevant information and, as needed, interpreting the information for others
Ability to translate complicated business requirements into multiple solution options and explain the benefits and disadvantages of various approaches

Nice To Haves

A safety mindset applied at work everyday
Creative thinking and innovation
Exceptional analytical, critical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
Success working independently as well as within teams, regardless of the location
Time management skills, including a history of prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlines
Exceptional communication skills, including listening and processing ideas, oral and written communication; must be able to explain technical matters with non-technical stakeholders
Collaborates well with others and shows them respect - we work within our teams and across the organization; we partner with our customers, vendors, and other stakeholders
Ability to translate client requirements into multiple solution options and explain the benefits and disadvantages of various approaches
A history of being organized, accomplishing goals, and producing impressive results
A flexible mindset - when change occurs, you remain resilient
Demonstrated accountability in your daily work and special projects
Proficiency in C++, C#, Python, and frameworks such as WebSocket, and gRPC protocols, MS Windows, and Linux
Strong experience in advanced tool pathing and motion planning
Digital twin and simulation of robotic systems
Ray tracing or related technologies
Experience with autonomous systems
Experience building software that controls hardware, with a focus on collaborative robots, 3D scanners, and motor control
Experience with real-time data acquisition, processing, and storage from sensors or robotic systems
Proven track record of developing and integrating software for automated robotic systems
Knowledge of gRPC framework
Industrial Automation experience, with an understanding of robotics
Understanding of 3D Scanning
Knowledge of Metrology
Prior work experience with Jira
Agile methodology
Professional experience with GitHub
Experience with a tech start-up, other small start-up, and/or a matrix environment

Responsibilities

Design, develop, and maintain software applications for managing hardware components and their workflows including collaborative robots, 3D scanners, high precisions cameras non-destructive testing equipment, image processing, robotic tool pathing / motion planning, digital twins.
Implement and optimize drivers that facilitate smooth integration of various hardware and software components
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop scalable, plug-and-play software architecture for integrating different types of technologies
Work on image localization and data acquisition to gather, normalize, and prepare multi-modal sensor data for further analysis and consumption
Develop APIs and interfaces that allow third-party applications to integrate seamlessly with our software platform
Debug and troubleshoot system issues, ensuring robust performance of hardware-software interactions in real-time environments
Contribute to the continuous improvement of software solutions, including enhancing system flexibility, reliability, and performance
Write and maintain technical documentation to support development and deployment activities
Participate in code reviews, architectural discussions, and team meetings to ensure alignment with project goals and best practices
Confer with project team members to identify and resolve problems
Perform risk assessments to develop response strategies
Advise management on product and other improvements
Collaborate with engineers and others on a regular basis