Principal Embedded Software Engineer, Robotics (Hybrid)

Rise Robotics; Somerville (MA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation package including equity

Blue Cross Blue Shield Health insurance

Dental, Life, and Disability insurance

401(k) program

PTO and office holidays

Flexible/hybrid work options

Weekly free lunch

Free parking/T accessible

Job summary

A robotics engineering company in Somerville, MA, is seeking a Principal Embedded Software Engineer. This hybrid role involves designing and developing embedded software for robotic lifting solutions. Applicants should have over 5 years of experience in software development using C, C++, and Python, along with familiarity with motion control systems. The position offers competitive compensation, health benefits, and a flexible work environment with emphasis on collaboration across engineering teams.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in electromechanical product software development, proficient in C, C++, and Python.
• Strong understanding of controls, brushless DC motors, and motion control systems.
• Ability to operate independently and produce documented software modules.
• Familiar with embedded communications interfaces such as CAN, SPI, I2C, UART.
• Capable of reading complex technical literature and production process diagrams.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain embedded software for robotic lift systems.
• Collaborate with hardware engineers for software integration.
• Create and optimize control algorithms for robotic lifting operations.
• Develop software for real-time control and sensor integration.
• Conduct testing and debugging to ensure reliability.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation for software processes.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve project goals.

Skills

Electromechanical product software development

C

C++

Python

Controls

Brushless DC motors

Motion control systems

CAN

SPI

I2C

UART

Job description

A robotics engineering company in Somerville, MA, is seeking a Principal Embedded Software Engineer. This hybrid role involves designing and developing embedded software for robotic lifting solutions. Applicants should have over 5 years of experience in software development using C, C++, and Python, along with familiarity with motion control systems. The position offers competitive compensation, health benefits, and a flexible work environment with emphasis on collaboration across engineering teams.