Intern- Bot Controls

Symbotic; Wilmington (MA); On-site; USD 44,000 - 29,095,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Transportation benefits

Housing benefits

Job summary

Symbotic in Wilmington, MA offers an internship in Bot Controls for Summer 2027. You will help develop real-time software to control fleets of mobile robots, working across engineering and business teams in a fast-moving environment.

The role emphasizes hands-on work with C++, Python, ROS, and embedded platforms, plus exposure to data structures, simulations, and localization challenges. Housing/relocation support is provided where eligible.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Robotics, Engineering or related field.
• Experience with event driven architectures, messaging systems and protocols such as RabbitMQ.
• Experience with Linux, C++, Python, Matlab and general programming environments.

Responsibilities

• Brainstorm with engineers on cross-functional teams to conceptualize and develop real-time high-performance software to control and schedule fleets of mobile robots.
• Apply best practices to the design of data structures and algorithms, balancing simplicity and performance.
• Produce high-quality software contributing to projects with significant business impact.
• Simulate robot behavior using internal tools during feature development.
• Develop path planning algorithms for manipulation and robot navigation.
• Design, develop, and implement localization algorithms for mobile robots.
• Define metrics for localization quality in the field.
• Support integration of localization sensors on robots and offline pipelines.
• Assist in testing of systems and subsystems and provide technical support for manufacturing.
• Troubleshoot system problems and evaluate engineering change requests.

Skills

C++

Python

ROS

OpenCV

PCL

Git

Jira

Confluence

Docker

Linux

Matlab

Embedded systems

Path planning

Motion control

Agile/Scrum

Data structures

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Robotics, Engineering or related field

Tools

Git

Jira

Confluence

Docker

ROS

Jenkins

GitHub

Job description

USA Wilmington, MA - HQ

Intern- Bot Controls

Time type: full time

T term : Summer (May-Aug 2027)

At Symbotic , Early Career talent plays a meaningful role in helping us reimagine the future of supply chain automation. Through our Internship and Co-op programs, students have the opportunity to contribute to real projects, collaborate with experienced engineers and business leaders, and gain hands‑on exposure to the technologies powering our end‑to‑end robotics and automation solutions. We are looking for curious, motivated students who are excited to solve complex problems, bring new perspectives to cross‑functional teams, and see their work make an impact in a fast‑moving, innovative environment .

Along the way, Interns and Co‑ops are supported through mentorship, professional development, networking opportunities, and a robust calendar of events designed to help them build community and grow their careers. Symbotic offers transportation and housing benefits for students who meet our relocation requirements.

Continue reading below to learn more about this exciting opportunity!

What you’ll do

• Brainstorm with engineers on cross‑functional teams to conceptualize and develop real‑time high‑performance software to control and schedule fleets of mobile robots.

• Apply best practices to the design of data structures and algorithms. Strive for both simplicity and performance.

• Produce high‑quality software contributing to projects that have a significant impact on the business.

• Simulate robot behavior using internal simulation tools during feature development.

• Develop path planning algorithms for manipulation and robot navigation.

• Design, develop, and implement localization algorithms for mobile robots.

• Define metrics for localization quality in the field.

• Work broadly across teams to facilitate integration of localization sensors on robots and develop offline pipelines that improve the quality of localization .

• Support system testing of systems and subsystems.

• Provide technical support for manufacturing as needed.

• Troubleshoot system problems in production or design by investigating issues related to product performance or production difficulties.

• Evaluate and process engineering change requests.

What you’ll need

• Pursuing a B achelor's or M aster’s degree in Computer Science , Robotics, Engineering or related field.

• Experience with event driven architectures , messaging systems and protocols such as RabbitMQ.

• Experience with general‑purpose programming environments, languages and scripting systems, data analysis packages: Linux, C++, Python, Matlab .

• Knowledge of Git, Jira, and Confluence or similar tools .

• Familiarity with DevOps or CI/CD – GitHub automation and docker or Jenkins.

• Experience with libraries such as OpenCV, PCL, ROS, Boost, Eigen.

• Hands on experience with embedded systems and platforms like Arduino, STM32, ESP32 or Raspberry Pi. Integrating sensors, motors and actuators using CAN, SPI , I2C .

• Preferred experience with either of the following : path planning algorithms, motion control (including open- and closed-loop feedback systems).

• You are interested in working in a dynamic Agile/ Scrum based environment.

• You possess strong computer science fundamentals:data structures and algorithms.

Our Environment

• Up to 10% of travel may be required . Employees must have a valid driver’s license and the ability to drive and/or fly to client and other customer locations.

• The employee is responsible for owning a credit card and managing expenses personally to be reimbursed on a bi-weekly basis.

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The base range for this position in the posted location is $32.00 - $44.00 however, base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The compensation package includes medical, dental, vision, disability, 401K, PTO and/or other benefits.