Senior Software Engineer - Real-Time Controls
About The Position
As a Senior Software Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in the development of advanced, general-purpose robots designed to operate in human environments and work with human tools. This position demands a high degree of ownership and responsibility, driving projects from conception through to completion, ensuring that Apptronik’s robots perform precisely and reliably in real-world scenarios. You will be responsible for building the software that runs on our on-board computer to enable real-time control, seamless integration of robot data and models, and effective fault detection, diagnostics, and recovery.
Requirements
- Strong modern C++, OOP skills, multi-threading, and Linux application development
- Deep knowledge of robotics fundamentals (kinematics, dynamics, controls, estimation, and system identification)
- Understanding of rigid-body motion and frame transformations
- Proficiency with robotics packages (e.g. MuJoCo, Drake, Eigen, ROS, etc.)
- Familiarity with software testing methodologies and version control (e.g., Git)
- Strong communication skills and familiarity with Agile processes (sprint planning, design/code reviews)
- BS, MS, or PhD in relevant fields (Computer Science, Robotics, Electrical Engineering, etc.)5+ years of robotics software development
Responsibilities
- Deliver production-grade real-time C++ software infrastructure
- Integrate low-level firmware data with high-level controls logic
- Characterize and improve the quality of robot kinematics, estimation, and actuation
- Perform root-cause analysis for complex hardware-software integration issues
- Develop API for controls and autonomy systems to interact with robot hardware and simulation
- Maintain comprehensive and accurate architecture and design documentation
- Deliver reliable software through code reviews, continuous integration, and automated testing
- Represent and lead with Apptronik's core values: CHIPC - Curiosity, Humility, Integrity, Passion, Creativity
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Number of Employees
101-250 employees
