Robotics Software Engineer – Vision, DL & Simulation

Jet Propulsion Laboratory; United States; On-site; USD 122,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Jet Propulsion Laboratory in Pasadena, California seeks a Robotics Technologist II to advance software, machine vision and deep learning for robotic and remote sensing systems. The role focuses on developing algorithms and software to simulate aerospace and planetary robotic platforms across missions, translating project needs into configurable simulation capabilities.

The ideal candidate has a STEM degree with robotics experience and hands-on proficiency in C, C++, and Python, plus knowledge of

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in CS/CE or related field with robotics experience.
• Master’s degree with 1+ year experience in related discipline.
• PhD in related discipline with minimal or no required experience.
• Hands-on experience in software, machine vision, deep learning, or robotics.
• Proficient in C, C++ and Python.
• Exposure to state estimation, mapping, deep learning and machine vision.
• Familiarity with real-time robotics and machine vision concepts such as localization, feature detection and tracking, optical flow, segmentation, structure from motion, state estimation and related skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Contact information for at least three professional reference writers.

Responsibilities

• Develop algorithms and software to simulate aerospace, planetary and robotic systems.
• Configure simulations to meet project needs and translate requirements into capabilities.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to support mission objectives.

Skills

Robotics experience

C, C++, Python

Hands-on software

Machine vision

Deep learning

Communication skills

Reference letters

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/CE or related

Master's degree in related discipline

PhD in related discipline

Job description

Jet Propulsion Laboratory in Pasadena, California seeks a Robotics Technologist II to advance software, machine vision and deep learning for robotic and remote sensing systems. The role focuses on developing algorithms and software to simulate aerospace and planetary robotic platforms across missions, translating project needs into configurable simulation capabilities.

The ideal candidate has a STEM degree with robotics experience and hands-on proficiency in C, C++, and Python, plus knowledge of