Software Engineer I, SW Applications

Brain Corp • San Diego, CA

11d • Onsite

About The Position

As a member of the Software Engineering Team, the Software Engineer I will contribute to the development of core software systems powering Brain Corp’s autonomous mobile robots (AMRs). This role spans work across the Hardware Abstraction Layer (HAL), telemetry systems, and robotics applications. The Software Engineer I will work closely with experienced engineers to build, test, and maintain software that interfaces with sensors, supports data collection and observability, and enables reliable robot operation. This is a hands-on, entry-level role ideal for engineers looking to grow their skills in robotics, embedded systems, and high-performance software.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Robotics or a related field
• 0-2 years of demonstrated experience in software development for complex function-based software
• Proficiency in Python and C++ (C++11 or later)
• Familiarity with Linux-based development environments (e.g., Ubuntu)
• Foundational understanding of data structures, algorithms, and software engineering principles
• Familiarity in robotics, embedded systems, or hardware-software integration
• Familiarity with version control systems such as Git
• Strong problem-solving and debugging skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and take direction from more senior engineers
• Good written and verbal communication skills

Nice To Haves

• Master’s Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field
• Internship or academic experience in robotics, embedded systems, or low-level software
• Exposure to hardware abstraction layers, middleware, or telemetry/logging systems
• Experience working with sensors such as cameras, IMUs, or LiDARs (academic or project-based)
• Familiarity with build systems (e.g., CMake) and unit testing frameworks
• Exposure to performance optimization, multithreading, or systems programming concepts
• Experience working on team-based software projects using Agile methodologies
• Passion for robotics, automation, and real-world system development

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the development and maintenance of software components across HAL, telemetry, and robotics applications under guidance from senior engineers.
• Assist in integrating and validating hardware components such as LiDARs, cameras, and IMUs.
• Support development of telemetry, logging, and data collection systems to improve system observability and debugging.
• Help implement and maintain middleware components enabling communication between sensors, compute, and higher-level systems.
• Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code in C++ and/or Python following team best practices.
• Assist in debugging and troubleshooting issues across hardware-software boundaries in robotics systems.
• Contribute to unit tests, integration tests, and validation efforts to ensure software quality and reliability.
• Support performance analysis and optimization efforts (e.g., CPU, memory, latency) under guidance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including hardware, autonomy, QA, and cloud to support system integration and testing.
• Document code, tools, and processes to support team knowledge sharing and maintainability.

Benefits

• A discretionary annual target bonus
• Stock options
• 401(k) plan with match (no waiting period and immediate vesting)
• Comprehensive suite of insurance benefits for employees (and their families) to include a variety of medical plan options (including an HSA with employer contribution), dental, vision, life and disability insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Legal/Identity support plans
• Pet insurance
• Access to Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical and Dependent Care)
• Generous paid time off including flexible vacation, Paid Sick Leave, time off for volunteering in the community, 10 paid company holidays, and a winter company shutdown
• Daily on-site lunch available in the San Diego office
• On-campus gym including pool and tennis courts in the San Diego office
• Opportunities to connect with colleagues including monthly game nights, hikes, wellness challenges, and community events
• Internal continuous learning events
• Opportunities to share your own interests and hobbies with the Company

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level