Principal Software Engineer - Robot Applications & Voice AI
The Ladders
United States
18 days ago
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Role details
Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Expert
Experience required
5 years minimum
Compensation
$165,550.0 - $264,450.0
Working hours
Regular working hours
Job source
Tech stack
Software Applications
Automation of Tests
C++ (Programming Language)
Continuous Integration
Python (Programming Language)
Software Engineering
Core Voice Platform
Large Language Models
Multi-Agent Systems
State Machines
Containerization
AI Platforms
Job description
- Implement high-level application software and robotic behavior state machines
- Translate human speech and gestures into actionable robotic tasks
- Integrate multi-modal inputs for contextual awareness
- Develop robust voice applications managing STT and TTS interfaces
- Build orchestration workflows to enhance robotic capabilities
- Orchestrate navigation, manipulation, and perception services
- Contribute to production readiness through CI/CD practices
Requirements
- 5+ years of software engineering experience in Python and/or C++
- Proficient in BehaviorTree.CPP, state machines, and task planning architectures
- Hands-on experience with LLMs, VLMs, and agent frameworks
- Strong background in designing scalable application-layer software
- Experience optimizing applications for resource-constrained edge devices
- Familiarity with cloud AI services and containerized deployments
- Expertise in automated testing and CI/CD practices
Benefits & conditions
- Generous compensation and benefits package including annual bonus opportunity
- Comprehensive insurance coverage (medical, dental, vision, life, and disability)
- Paid time off and paid holidays
- Company contribution to the RRSP (Registered Retirement Savings Plan)
- Equity awards available for certain positions and levels
- Remote and/or hybrid work options may be available
Our client is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every qualification-your background could be exactly what this team needs.
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