Mid-Level Robotics Software Developer

Boeing Co.; Berkeley (MO); On-site; USD 108,000 - 146,000; Full time

Job summary

The Boeing Company is seeking a Mid-Level Robotics Software Developer to join the IDT&S organization in Berkeley, MO or Hazelwood, MO. The role focuses on Windows desktop applications that integrate with industrial robots to control work cells and connect to the enterprise.

You will build IT capabilities to commission, program, simulate, and execute robotics across the enterprise, ensuring usability, uptime and advanced production capabilities.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in developing desktop/web applications using C# and .NET.
• 3+ years following a software development life cycle (development & support).
• 3+ years experience with object-oriented design, SOLID, patterns, scalable architecture.
• 3+ years experience with Git-based workflows (branching, code reviews, PRs).
• 1+ year experience in robotics/industrial automation in a related environment.
• Ability to travel ~10% and support off-hours as needed.

Responsibilities

• Develop automation software for robotics and machines controlling work cells.
• Design, develop, and test software meeting rate, quality, and productivity requirements.
• Document interfaces and verify compliance with interfaces.
• Create and run test plans at module and system levels, onsite or in office/ vendor facilities.
• Train end users on software applications.
• Analyze anomalies and propose fixes; maintain/ upgrade existing tools.

Skills

C# / .NET

SDLC

OO design / design patterns

Git workflows

Robotics automation

Travel 10%

Flexible hours

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS / CE / SE / Robotics

Tools

Git

GitLab

Azure DevOps

CI/CD

Microsoft Visual Studio

Job description

Mid-Level Robotics Software Developer

The Boeing Company is looking for a Mid-Level Robotics Software Developer to join the Information Digital Technology and Security (IDT&S) organization in Berkeley, MO or Hazelwood, MO.

The Robotics Software Developer will be a part of a small and essential team focused on developing Windows desktop applications that tightly integrate with industrial robots and machines to control the operation of a work cell and to connect the work cell to the enterprise.

You will also build Information Technology (IT) capabilities to commission, program, simulate, and execute robotics and automation machines around the enterprise ensuring exceptional usability, uptime, and advanced production capabilities.

Position Responsibilities

• Works with engineering and production stakeholders to develop automation software application use cases
• Designs, develops, and tests software solutions to meet rate, quality, and productivity requirements for robotics and automation
• Designs and document software interfaces and performs testing to verify compliance to interfaces
• Develops and executes test plans to verify functionality of internally and externally developed software at both the module and system levels, testing may be on site at a vendor’s facility, on Boeing factory floor, or in an office environment
• Trains end users on the use of software applications developed by the team
• Analyzes reported software anomalies to determine root cause
• Proposes solutions to identify system deficiencies
• Modifies and enhances existing solutions to address deficiencies and new functionality request
• Designs, programs, tests, implements, documents and maintains computing applications for industrial robotics and automation
• Gathers and evaluates end user requirements
• Writes and compiles code and constructs database objects based on documented design and analyzes information to determine architecture specifications, parameters for software compatibility, application security needs and other application architecture requirements
• Modifies or upgrades applications to maintain software functionality
• Identifies and resolves programming or application architecture problems
• Reviews system performance, identifies and recommends improvements

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience)

• 3+ years’ experience in developing applications using C# and .NET
• 3+ years of experience in following a software development life cycle (i.e., application development & support)
• 3+ years experience with object-oriented design, SOLID principles, design patterns, and scalable software architecture
• 3+ years experience with Git-based source control workflows including branching strategies, code reviews, and pull request processes
• 1+ years of experience in engineering in industrial robotics, industrial controls & program logic controller, sensor integration, or related automation for an application in a private, government, or military environment
• Ability to travel 10% of the time
• Ability to work flexible hours, including on call support as needed (including weekends and holidays)

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience)

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Robotics, or a related technical field
• 3+ years of experience working in an Agile product development environment
• 3+ years of experience supporting Commercial Off-The-Shelf (COTS) and/or other developed software applications
• 3+ years of experience developing and maintaining automated unit, integration, and system-level tests for software applications
• 3+ years of experience with GitLab, Azure DevOps and CI/CD (Continuous Integration and Continuous Delivery)
• 1+ years’ experience in programming, integrating or troubleshooting industrial robots (Kuka, Fanuc, ABB) and/or PLCs, NCs, HMIs, and Drives (Siemens, Allen Bradley)
• C++, C++/CLI development using Microsoft Visual Studio
• Experience with or working knowledge of concurrent computing and experience developing multi-threaded or multi-process software applications
• Familiarity with spatial mathematics of robotics and automation (e.g. 6-DoF position/orientation representations and transformations, camera‑in‑hand vision guided robotics)
• Microsoft ADO.NET, Dataset, and Entity Framework data access technologies
• Experience with rational databases and data access technologies such as SQL Server, PostgreSQL, or similar technologies
• Experience with aircraft assembly operations such as drilling and sealant application
• Experience with an industrial robot simulation application to create a simulated work cell containing kinematic devices and program the devices to perform manufacturing operations
• Ability and willingness to support off shift users in a 24/7 manufacturing environment
• Experience with additional high‑level languages such as C++ or Python
• Experience developing distributed software systems and deploying containerized applications in cloud environments such as AWS, Azure, Tanzu, or similar platforms
• Experience with front‑end web development technologies such as HTML/CSS, JQuery, Ajax
• Experience with Computer Aided Design (CAD) systems and familiarity with Numerical Control (NC) Programming
• Experience with relevant manufacturing processes and equipment, such as composite manufacturing, assembly, and inspections
• Experience optimizing application performance, memory usage, or throughput in production systems
• Experience working in a manufacturing environment to ensure the success of the process and software
• Experience working with cross‑functional teams
• Applicable and appropriate educational/certification credentials from an accredited institution and/or equivalent experience is required

Pay & Benefits

At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities. The Boeing Company also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work. The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements. Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Summary Pay Range: $107,950 - $146,050

Other Information

Language Requirements: Not Applicable

Education: Not Applicable

Relocation: Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

Export Control Requirement: This position must meet U.S. export control compliance requirements. To meet U.S. export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.62 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

Safety Sensitive: This is not a Safety Sensitive Position.

Security Clearance: This position does not require a Security Clearance.

Visa Sponsorship: Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Contingent Upon Award Program This position is not contingent upon program award.

Shift: Shift 1 (United States of America)

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