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Forward Deployed Robotics Engineer
Location
California
Posted
2 days ago
Salary
Not specified
Bachelor Degree5 yrs expEnglishPython
Job Description
• Design, develop, and deploy autonomy software for aerial robotics, including navigation, real-time mapping, and decision-making systems.
• Write clean, efficient and well-documented code in C++ and Python.
• Implement algorithms for sensor processing, mapping, and real-time control.
• Integrate perception, motion planning and controls modules to field end-to-end aerial behaviors as well as integrated, human-in-the-loop systems.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and test robotic hardware and software systems.
• Coordinate and execute field tests, demonstrations, and pilot programs in dynamic environments.
• Partner directly with customers and stakeholders to understand mission needs, gather feedback, and rapidly iterate.
• Troubleshoot and resolve performance issues in dynamic, real-world conditions.
• Translate field insights into actionable product improvements and engineering roadmaps.
• Champion best practices in code quality, reliability, security, and maintainability.
Job Requirements
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Robotics, Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline.
- 5+ years of experience in robotics or autonomy software development.
- Proficiency in C++ and Python.
- Familiarity with aerial systems and flight controllers (Ardupilot, PX4).
- Hands-on experience with ROS and autonomous robotics platforms.
- Background in sensor processing and fusion, SLAM, localization, path planning, and/or computer vision.
- Comfort in both customer-facing and hands-on technical roles, adapting to varied, fast-paced environments.
- Strong communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across diverse, cross-functional teams.
Benefits
- Top-tier health, dental, vision, short-/long-term disability, and life insurance, with full employee coverage and partial coverage for dependents
- Flexible/reasonable vacation and sick leave
- 401(k) plans, FSA, HSA, and commuter benefits