Principal Software Engineer, Robot Software

Necessary Ventures; Sunnyvale (CA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Necessary Ventures in Sunnyvale, CA is seeking a Principal Software Engineer to drive the Embodied AI platform. You will influence the technical roadmap, ensure architectural integrity, and optimize performance across software stacks.

You will mentor senior engineers and lead the design of complex autonomous systems, shaping technical strategy while collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver robust solutions.

Qualifications

• Shipping autonomous systems experience and a track record of delivering reliable software.
• Excellent communication and collaboration across teams and leadership levels.
• Strong emphasis on architecture, safety, and system integrity.

Responsibilities

• Influence the technical roadmap for the Embodied AI platform.
• Ensure architectural integrity and performance of software stacks.
• Mentor senior engineers and lead the design of complex systems.

Skills

Robotics Middleware

Real-Time Systems

C++

Python

System Architecture

Engineering Excellence

Cross-Functional Partnership

Technical Mentorship

Problem Solving

Safety

Technical Strategy

Emerging Technologies

Distributed Systems

Safety-Critical Software

Debugging

Modular Architecture

Job description

As a Principal Software Engineer, you will influence the technical roadmap for the Embodied AI platform and ensure the architectural integrity and performance of the software stacks. You will also mentor senior engineers and lead the design of complex systems.

Requirements

deep experience in Robotics Middleware and Real-Time Systems, with mastery in C++ and proficiency in Python. A proven track record in shipping complex autonomous systems and exceptional communication skills are essential.

Key Skills

• Robotics Middleware
• Real-Time Systems
• C++
• Python
• System Architecture
• Engineering Excellence
• Cross-Functional Partnership
• Technical Mentorship
• Problem Solving
• Safety
• Technical Strategy
• Emerging Technologies
• Distributed Systems
• Safety-Critical Software
• Debugging
• Modular Architecture