Robotic Software Engineer; San Jose, CA

C++ and Python., Japanese/Mandarin, AI algorithms., robotic middleware platforms, especially ROS/ROS
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Experience level:

Mid-senior

Experience required:6 Years

Education level:

Bachelor’s degree

Job function:

Information Technology

Industry:Information Technology and Services

Pay rate :$70 per hour

Total position:1

Relocation assistance:

No

Visa sponsorship eligibility:

No

Highly desirable:
Fluency in Japanese/Mandarin

The position is 100% onsite. Preference would be given to local candidates due to the urgency of the requirement.

Qualification's

• 5+ years of full-time industry experience in software engineering

• Strong proficiency in programming languages such as C++ and Python.

• Expertise with robotic middleware platforms, especially ROS/ROS
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• Experience with real-time operating systems (RTOS) and embedded systems is a plus

• Solid understanding of AI algorithms and their application in robotics.

• Experience with software development best practices, including version control systems like Git, testing, and continuous integration.

• Working knowledge of simulation tools (especially Isaac Sim).

• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work collaboratively in an interdisciplinary team environment.

• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.

Responsibilities include:

• Develop and maintain robotic software frameworks that interface with physical robotic hardware and perception systems.

• Integrate and calibrate perception systems (e.g., cameras, LiDAR, tactile sensors) with robotic platforms to enable enhanced task-awareness.

• Develop abstraction layer to support plug-and-play integration of AI algorithms for robotic manipulation, motion planning, and control.

• Collaborate with AI researchers to translate cutting-edge algorithms into robust software implementations.

• Optimize software for performance and scalability in both simulation and real-world applications.

• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to robotic software, hardware integration, and system performance.

• Contribute to documentation, code reviews, and the establishment of best practices within the team.

• Stay updated with the latest advancements in robotics software and AI to continuously enhance the team’s capabilities.