Robotics Software Engineer

Maxwell Bond; Gardena (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity

Job summary

Maxwell Bond in Los Angeles, CA, is seeking a Software Engineer to build autonomous robotics software for warehouse applications. You’ll work with C++ and Python, ROS2, Linux, and Docker on real robots in customer environments, owning features end-to-end from development to deployment.

Join an early-stage robotics startup with seed funding, equipping you to have tangible impact, learn from experienced engineers, and grow with the product as it scales to live deployments.

Qualifications

• Proficient in C++ and Python for robotics software.
• Experience with ROS2/ROS1 middleware.
• Comfortable with Linux/Ubuntu and Git.
• Exposure to computer vision, SLAM, motion planning or embedded systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop robotics software using C++ and Python across navigation, perception and motion planning.
• Improve autonomous navigation and obstacle avoidance in dynamic environments.
• Build teleoperation tools and integrate robots with warehouse management systems.
• Deploy and test software using ROS2, Linux and Docker.
• Take ownership of features from development through to real-world deployment.

Skills

C++

Python

ROS2

Linux

Git

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Robotics

Tools

Docker

ROS1

Job description

Up to $180K + Equity

Are you a software engineer passionate about autonomous systems, AI and building technology that interacts with the physical world?

We're working with an exciting early-stage robotics startup developing next-generation warehouse automation, combining advanced robotics and AI to tackle complex real-world tasks.

Having recently secured seed funding, the company is entering an exciting phase of growth, expanding its engineering capabilities and taking its technology further into real-world deployments. It's a great opportunity to join early, work alongside experienced roboticists and make a tangible impact on the product.

What you'll be doing

• Develop robotics software using C++ and Python across navigation, perception and motion planning.
• Improve autonomous navigation and obstacle avoidance in dynamic environments.
• Build teleoperation tools and integrate robots with warehouse management systems.
• Deploy and test software using ROS2, Linux and Docker.
• Take ownership of features from development through to real-world deployment.

What they're looking for

• Experience with ROS2, ROS1 or similar middleware.
• Comfortable with Linux/Ubuntu and Git.
• Hands-on interest in robotics, autonomous systems and hardware integration.
• Exposure to computer vision, SLAM, motion planning or embedded systems.
• Experience with Docker, robotic manipulation or warehouse/logistics systems is a bonus. A relevant degree is beneficial, but practical project experience is equally valued.

What's in it for you?

• Up to $180K base salary+ equity. (Depending on experience ranging from $100k upwards)
• Join following a recent funding round, at a pivotal stage of company growth.
• Build software that runs on real robots in live customer environments, not just in simulation.
• Gain hands-on experience with advanced robotic platforms, manipulators and sensor systems.
• Learn directly from experienced roboticists and take ownership early.

Location:

Los Angeles, CA — fully on-site, with regular visits to customer warehouse deployments.