Lead Software Engineer

Our Company

Miso Robotics is transforming the food industry, and making lives better. We've developed an AI-powered kitchen robot named Flippy which automates the most repetitive of kitchen tasks, such as operating a deep fryer. Flippy is fun to watch, but under the hood, he’s powered by a sophisticated AI platform – all driven by our proprietary deep learning experience and patented technologies.

Miso is a well known first-mover in kitchen automation, AI, and robotics. The company has raised over $100 million from crowdfunding, which we believe makes it THE most successful crowdfunding story in history. It has successfully piloted its products with the most prominent global brands in food, and now it’s time for the company to partner with institutional capital and super-charge the commercialization of what we do.

The challenge of bringing AI and robotics into commercial kitchens requires many disciplines to work together, and the composition of our teams at Miso reflects this multidisciplinary approach. We’re proud to have built a world-class team, and we’re looking for more exceptional people to join us. 

If you believe, like we do, that the future of the kitchen involves artificial intelligence and robots (HINT: It definitely does!), and if you want to count yourself among the handful of amazing people on the leading edge of creating them, then Miso Robotics may be the right place for you!

Our Values

• We live with a TEAM mindset - we win together.
• We work relentlessly together to solve issues.
• We use polite and direct candor - ego has no place here.
• We operate with rigor - superb execution is a core skill.
• We are bought in, each of us is dedicated to the mission.
• Innovation is in our blood - we are intrepid.
• We think big and we’re here to make an impact. 

Benefits We Offer

• Company Equity
• Flexible Vacation 
• Comprehensive benefits 
• 401K plan
• Accelerated growth opportunities
• Free snacks from our robot chefs

The Role

We are seeking an experienced Lead Software Engineer to guide the development and evolution of our kitchen automation and cloud-connected infrastructure. In this elevated role, you will contribute and lead the design and development of Miso SW, and provide technical leadership and mentorship, to a talented team of engineers. You will drive the design, development, and delivery of our core software systems. As a cornerstone of our engineering department, you will ensure that our cutting-edge technology continues to lead the industry through innovation and excellence.

Additional Information: The pay range for this position is $165,000 - $200,000 + equity + benefits. Since the company is pre-revenue, we all view our equity as being a key driver of why we choose to work at Miso. Our salary ranges are determined by data from our industry peers, the level of responsibility, job-related skills required, training, education, experience, and the current stage of Miso’s growth. The range posted for this role represents a range that Miso Robotics, in good faith, believes it is willing to pay at the time of this posting.

What You’ll Do

• Lead and manage a dynamic team of software engineers, fostering a culture of innovation and accountability
• Spearhead the architectural design, development, and optimization of our core software systems, ensuring scalability, reliability, and best practices
• Serve as a technical expert, resolving complex problems and making strategic decisions that impact the overall direction of projects
• Collaborate on the development of Miso Simulation Platform and support the DVSE (Test) Organization in automating Tests
• Mentor and guide team members, enhancing their technical skills and promoting career growth
• Work closely with other SW leads, the SW Architect, the Director of SW team and cross-functional teams to align technical developments with business objectives and customer needs
• Oversee project timelines and resources, ensuring on-time delivery of high-quality software solutions
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement by incorporating feedback, learning from failures, and celebrating successes
• Ensure adherence to and continuous improvement of software development lifecycle processes, including agile methodologies, code standards, and testing practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or a related field. Advanced degree preferred
• 10+ years of experience in software development, with a proven track record in C++ and Python
• 5+ years of experience in a leadership role, managing and mentoring software development teams
• Extensive knowledge of full stack programming, event-driven architectures, and the complete software development lifecycle
• Demonstrated ability to deliver commercial software products within challenging timelines
• Strong project and people management skills, with experience in agile methodologies and Scrum Master responsibilities
• Expertise in Linux, CMake, Git, Docker, and databases, with a solid understanding of OOP, algorithms, data structures, and software design patterns
• Exceptional analytical skills and the ability to learn rapidly
• Must be available to work at our office in Pasadena and have experience in a fast-paced startup or fast-growing company environment

Preferred Experience with:

• Experience with the Robot Operating System (ROS)
• Experience with JIRA
• Strong attention to detail, analytical skills and ability to learn at hyperspeed