Robot Software Engineer Technical Lead

Onward Robotics, Inc.
Pittsburgh, PA, United States
2 months ago
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Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Expert
Experience required
3 years minimum
Compensation
$156,998.0
Working hours
Regular working hours
Job source

Tech stack

C++ (Programming Language) Python (Programming Language) Kinematics Motion Planning Systems Development Life Cycle Sensor Fusion Software Engineering Software Requirements Analysis Systems Architecture Robot Operating System Software Troubleshooting Programming Languages

Job description

Onward Robotics (Pittsburgh, PA) is seeking someone to lead the development and execution of robotics projects from concept to deployment, ensuring adherence to timelines and budget constraints; working closely with a team of engineers and technicians; bringing deep expertise in robotics engineering, including knowledge of robotic hardware, software, sensors, and control systems; collaborating with cross-functional teams to define system requirements, develop architecture, and design robotic solutions; driving continuous improvement initiatives to enhance the capabilities, reliability, and scalability of robotics systems.

Requirements

Do you have experience in Technical troubleshooting support?, Do you have a Master’s degree?, Must have a Master’s degree in Mechatronics or Robotics Engineering. Must have three years of prior work experience in the position offered or related in autonomous robotics system development and implementation. Must know (through academic training or work experience) programming languages Python, C++, Robot Operating System (ROS); strong understanding of robotics principles including kinematics, dynamics, perception, Simultaneous Localization and Mapping (SLAM), sensor fusion, state estimation, control, navigation, path planning, and obstacle avoidance; ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues; and proficiency in system architecture and software development techniques. May work from home anywhere in the continental U.S. 8:30 a.m. to

Benefits & conditions

5:00 p.m., 40 hours per week, $156,998 year.

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