Senior Applied Scientist, Robotics and Perception

Symbotic • Wilmington, MA

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About The Position

With its A.I.-powered robotic technology platform, Symbotic is changing the way consumer goods move through the supply chain. Intelligent software orchestrates advanced robots in a high-density, end-to-end system - reinventing warehouse automation for increased efficiency, speed and flexibility. We are looking for a Senior Applied Scientist, Robotics and Perception to join our Perception R&D team within our Hardware R&D org. Your job will be to develop cutting-edge technologies, adapting existing solutions, and rapidly prototyping innovative concepts to enhance our warehouse automation systems and robots. Your expertise in perception algorithms, computer vision, and hands-on experience with various sensors will be instrumental in driving our technological advancements.

Requirements

• MS or higher in Robotics, Computer Science or related field; PhD in Robotics, Computer Science is preferred
• Minimum 6 years of work experience with MS, or minimum of 3 years with PhD
• Proven experience implementing perception algorithms and computer vision solutions
• Proficiency in Python and C++
• Hands-on experience with prototyping and building proof of concepts
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to deal with ambiguity
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with changing requirements
• Can-do attitude and willingness to tackle complex challenges
• Up to 20% travel may be required

Nice To Haves

• In-depth knowledge of Robot Operating System (ROS) and ROS 2
• Strong familiarity with Linux-based systems and real-time operating systems
• Direct experience with robots, specifically AGVs
• Exposure to edge computing and firmware development
• Familiarity with various aspects of AI, ML, and deep learning
• Experience with machine learning frameworks such as TensorFlow or PyTorch
• Experience with different perception sensors (LIDAR, camera, radar, laser range sensor, IR time of flight sensors)
• Knowledge of warehouse automation systems
• Experience in highly integrated electro-mechanical systems, mechatronics, or robotics product development teams

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and optimize perception algorithms for robotic systems, particularly AGVs
• Develop and apply computer vision algorithms, leveraging both traditional and deep learning-based approaches
• Prototype and build proof of concepts for innovative robotics and perception solutions
• Collaborate with hardware engineers and software engineers in an interdisciplinary team environment
• Contribute to the integration of various sensors (LIDAR, camera, radar, laser range sensor, IR time of flight sensors) into our robotic systems
• Explore and implement cutting-edge AI, ML, and deep learning techniques to enhance our automation solutions
• Participate in the entire product development lifecycle, from concept to implementation
• Stay abreast of the latest advancements in robotics, perception, and computer vision technologies

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Warehousing and Storage
• Education Level: Master's degree