Senior Staff Robotics Software Engineer

Senior Robotics Software Engineer - You will be a senior member of our Robotics Software Engineering Team, a key technical leader responsible for the intelligent software that powers our automated manufacturing systems. Working at the intersection of robotics and biopharma, you'll collaborate with a world-class team to solve complex challenges. This role is for a passionate, hands-on engineer dedicated to building robust systems that have a direct impact on patient lives. Responsibilities

• System Design & Architecture: Designing and implementing production-ready software for our robotic platforms, spanning from low-level hardware communication to high-level robotic logic and system behaviors.
• Core Algorithm Development: Implementing and optimizing sophisticated algorithms for trajectory planning, robotic interaction, motion control, and integrating data from various sensors.
• Simulation & Testing: Building and maintaining high-fidelity simulations for validation and contributing to our automated test suites (CI/CD) to ensure software robustness.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Working closely with mechanical and system software teams to integrate and troubleshoot complex, system-level robotics challenges.
• Mentorship & Best Practices: Mentoring other engineers and championing software best practices to elevate the entire team.

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Robotics, Engineering, or a related discipline.
• 5+ years of professional experience developing software for robotic or complex electromechanical systems.
• Expertise in Python and a strong command of software engineering fundamentals (eg, version control with Git, automated testing, CI/CD).
• Deep understanding of robotics principles, including kinematics, dynamics, motion planning, and control theory.
• Experience leading cross-functional projects and a demonstrated ability to deliver on technical roadmaps.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills, with comfort in a fast-paced startup environment.

Nice to Haves

• Hands-on experience with robotics simulation environments (eg, Isaac Sim, Gazebo, PyBullet).
• Familiarity with machine learning frameworks (eg, PyTorch, TensorFlow) and their application to robotics (eg, computer vision, imitation learning).
• Experience working in a regulated industry (eg, GxP, ISO standards).

• Competitive Compensation: Salary range of $160,000 - $250,000 a year plus meaningful early-stage equity.
• Premium Health: Premium Medical, Dental, and Vision plans with subsidies for child dependents.
• Wealth Building: 401(k) with a 4% company match.
• Pre-Tax Commuter Benefit: Pay for eligible transit and parking with pre-tax dollars to save on commuting costs.
• Parental Support: Robust Paid Parental Leave.
• True Flexibility: Flexible PTO and 12 paid holidays. No set hours-set your own schedule.
• Office Perks: Vibrant SF office culture with catered team lunches, stocked kitchen, and frequent team events.
• H-1B and Green Card sponsorship: Available for exceptional talent.
• Referral bonuses: for helping build a world-class team.
• Great people, meaningful work: Team that genuinely believes in what we're building.