Software Engineer - Systems/DevOps (Robotics)

This role focuses on designing, developing, and maintaining software for advanced mobile robotic systems. You will build new features for robotic platforms, implement and test algorithms directly on hardware, and contribute across the full software lifecycle from development and testing through production deployment. Working in a highly collaborative environment, you will help shape the robot firmware, control systems, and navigation capabilities that enable autonomous operation., * Design, develop, and implement new features for mobile robotic systems, with a focus on robust, production-ready software.

• Write clean, well-structured, and well-documented C++ code, ensuring comprehensive unit tests and maintainable implementations.
• Test new algorithms and software components directly on robotic hardware, validating performance and reliability in real-world scenarios.
• Develop and integrate mobile robot self-navigation technology, including low-level control systems, path planning algorithms, and higher-level behavioral logic.
• Contribute to the automation of robot bring-up processes, from calibration and configuration through system-level testing.
• Investigate and resolve software bugs, delivering solutions that effectively address customer and operational needs.
• Participate in release testing for both software and firmware, ensuring stable and high-quality releases.
• Contribute to the development of robot firmware, device drivers, hardware interfaces, and core algorithms supporting autonomous operation.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional team members, supporting adjacent areas of development and sharing expertise.
• Participate in project planning activities, including timeline estimation and resource allocation, to support successful delivery.
• Engage in code reviews, provide constructive feedback, and help uphold high engineering standards across the team.
• Support continuous integration workflows by automating tests and processes that run in CI environments.

DevOps Teamwork Robotics Firmware Debugging Visionary Leadership Automation Mentorship Innovation Algorithms Code Review Reliability Proactivity Unit Testing Collaboration Device Drivers Problem Solving Control Systems Motion Planning Robotic Systems Project Planning Computer Science Software Systems Embedded Systems Autonomous System Influencing Skills Workflow Management Resource Allocation Software Engineering Software Development Willingness To Learn Firmware Development Constructive Feedback Continuous Integration Artificial Intelligence Hardware Interface Design Engineering Design Process C++ (Programming Language) Software Quality (SQA/SQC) Python (Programming Language) Influencing Without Authority, * 4+ years of professional experience as a software engineer.

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or a related technical field.
• Strong proficiency in C++ for production software development, including writing clean, tested, and documented code.
• Strong proficiency in Python, with the ability to port code between Python and C++ and vice versa.
• Experience working across the complete software lifecycle, from development and testing through production deployment.
• Hands-on experience with debugging complex software systems, including use of appropriate tools and methodologies.
• Experience conducting code reviews and writing unit tests to maintain code quality and reliability.
• Ability to automate software workflows that run on a continuous integration (CI) system.
• Demonstrated experience working with hardware and robotics systems, including integrating software with physical devices.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to identify, analyze, and resolve software bugs and performance issues.
• Effective collaboration skills and the ability to thrive in a highly cooperative engineering environment.
• Capability to work on-site or within a commutable distance to San Francisco., * Passion for autonomous systems and robotics, with a strong interest in advancing robotic capabilities.
• Curiosity and eagerness to learn new technologies, tools, and methodologies in robotics and software engineering.
• A sense of ownership and agency over your work, taking initiative and driving projects to completion.
• Openness to mentorship, both receiving guidance and contributing to the growth of others on the team.
• Experience working with robotics software stacks, including components such as robotic arms and rigid transforms.
• Familiarity with DevOps practices related to robotics software, including automation, CI/CD, and release processes.
• Experience with device drivers, embedded systems, or firmware development in a robotics context., San Francisco, CA*Remote CI/CD DevOps Teamwork Robotics Firmware Debugging Visionary Leadership Automation Mentorship Innovation Algorithms Code Review Reliability Proactivity Unit Testing Collaboration Device Drivers Problem Solving Control Systems Motion Planning Robotic Systems Project Planning Computer Science Software Systems Embedded Systems Autonomous System Influencing Skills Workflow Management Resource Allocation Software Engineering Software Development Willingness To Learn Firmware Development Constructive Feedback Continuous Integration Artificial Intelligence Hardware Interface Design Engineering Design Process C++ (Programming Language) Software Quality (SQA/SQC) Python (Programming Language) Influencing Without Authority Software Development Life Cycle +0

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This is a Contract to Hire position based out of San Francisco, CA. Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $70.00 - $130.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type

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