Staff Software Engineer, Hardware Interface

Agility Robotics•Pittsburgh, PA

8d•Hybrid

About The Position

Agility Robotics is building the future of work through humanoid robots that operate in human environments. In this position you will be developing the low-level software that powers our state-of-the art humanoid robots, constantly improving the robustness, diagnostics, and safety of our system. You will also be on the front-line of robot development, building up brand-new prototypes and working with highly cross-functional teams to transform piles of parts into functional, testable systems.

Requirements

MS in robotics, computer science, or related field with 2-3 years industry experience (or BS with 5+ years industry experience)
Skilled at writing modern C++ (17, 20)
Knowledge of best practices for writing performant and maintainable software
Proficient in using and programming for recent Linux systems
Experience writing and debugging software for hardware-in-the-loop systems
Experience debugging cross-domain (i.e. electrical, mechanical and software) problems with electro-mechanical systems
Ability to communicate technical information effectively both orally and in writing with other team members
Authorization to work in the USA

Nice To Haves

Experience with implementation of automation fieldbuses such as EtherCAT, CAN, Profinet, etc. EtherCAT is highly desirable
Experience developing real-time or low-latency systems
Experience writing C++ code for embedded systems
Experience with electronic circuit debugging tools (e.g. multimeters, oscilloscopes, logic analyzers)
Knowledge of brushless electric motors and motor control
Knowledge of networking protocols and network configuration in a Linux environment (i.e. systemd / networkd)
Experience with Python 3.6+
Familiarity with standard agile and software development processes (issue tracking tools (Jira), feature branching, version control (Git), continuous integration and deployment)

Responsibilities

Contribute to the C++ software stack that powers our robots, interfacing with OS drivers and hardware to enable high-bandwidth, low-latency control
Work with cross-disciplinary teams to solve complex problems dealing with the integration of software and hardware
Debug complex cross-domain problems and integrate learned failure modes into improved diagnostics and error reporting
Integrate diverse computing systems through a variety of communication media: such as Wifi, networking, serial, industrial fieldbus
Write performant, well-tested, maintainable, and well-documented C++ software

Benefits

401(k) Plan: Includes a 6% company match.
Equity: Company stock options.
Insurance Coverage: 100% company-paid medical, dental, vision, and short/long-term disability insurance for employees.
Benefit Start Date: Eligible for benefits on your first day of employment.
Well-Being Support: Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Exempt Employees: Flexible, unlimited PTO and 10 company holidays, including a winter shutdown.
Non-Exempt Employees: 10 vacation days, paid sick leave, and 10 company holidays, including a winter shutdown, annually.
On-Site Perks: Catered lunches four times a week and a variety of healthy snacks and refreshments at our Salem and Pittsburgh locations.
Parental Leave: Generous paid parental leave programs.
Work Environment: A culture that supports flexible work arrangements.
Growth Opportunities: Professional development and tuition reimbursement programs.
Relocation Assistance: Provided for eligible roles.