Staff Software Engineer – Robotics

As a Staff Software Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in the development of advanced, general-purpose robots designed to operate in human environments and work with human tools. This position demands a high degree of ownership and responsibility, driving projects from conception through to completion, ensuring that Apptronik’s robots perform precisely and reliably in real-world scenarios. You will be responsible for building controls infrastructure software and processes that enable high-performance real-time control, seamless integration of robot data and models, and effective fault detection, diagnostics, and recovery

Responsibilities:

• Deliver production-grade real-time controls software infrastructure 
• Integrate low-level firmware data with high-level controls logic
• Characterize and improve the quality of robot kinematics, estimation, and actuation
• Perform root-cause analysis on complex hardware-software-controls integration bugs
• Develop API for controls and autonomy systems to interact with robot hardware and simulation
• Design and develop fault detection, diagnostics, and recovery plans to enhance systen robustness and uptime
• Spearhead the bringup of new products and pilot builds ensuring smooth deployment
• Maintain comprehensive and accurate architecture and design documentation
• Deliver reliable software through code reviews, continuous integration, and automated testing
• Represent and lead with Apptronik's core values: CHIPC - Curiosity, Humility, Integrity, Passion, Creativity 

Skills and Requirements:

• Education: BS, MS, or PhD in relevant fields (Computer Science, Robotics, Electrical Engineering, etc.)
• Experience: 8+ years (or 5+ with a graduate degree) of robotic hardware and software integration
• Technical Skills: Strong modern C++, OOP skills, multi-threading, and Linux application development
• Deep knowledge of robotics fundamentals (kinematics, dynamics, controls, estimation, and system identification)
• Proven experience with controls software integration, especially with hardware abstraction layers for sensors and actuators
• Proficiency with robotics packages (ROS, URDF, MuJoCo, Eigen, etc.)
• Familiarity with software testing methodologies and version control (e.g., Git)
• Strong communication skills and familiarity with Agile processes (sprint planning, design/code reviews)

Perks:

• Competitive salary w/ benefits
• Highly motivating equity incentive package
• Flexible work hours policy
• Professional development opportunities
• Unlimited Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 401k plan