Robotics Software Engineer

Lab37; Warrendale (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 174,000 - 222,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan

Flexible Spending Accounts

Discretionary vacation days

Paid holidays

Paid sick time

Job summary

Lab37 in Warrendale, PA is seeking a Software Engineer to manage the on-robot software stack. This role involves working on sensor interfaces, motor control, and cloud data management. Successful candidates will have strong skills in C++ and Linux, and will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams. The salary range for this position is $174,000 to $222,000 per year, alongside a comprehensive benefits package including insurance, 401(k), flexible spending accounts, and discretionary vacation days.

Qualifications

• Comfortable with C++ and Linux.
• Familiarity with documentation tools like wikis and markdown.
• Ability to communicate effectively within technical teams.

Responsibilities

• Build and implement the on-robot software stack.
• Collaborate with culinary and product teams to gather requirements.
• Integrate with delivery service providers for order management.
• Work alongside various engineers to ensure cohesive system functionality.

Skills

C++

Linux

Documentation tools

Collaborative teamwork

Tools

ROS

Vue3

TypeScript

Docker

Python

Terraform

Git

SQL

Superset

Jupyter notebooks

Job description

Overview

Who We Are
Lab37 Robotics is a technology company focused on the development and deployment of robots designed specifically for direct-to-customer food production. Our mission is to revolutionize the food industry by creating innovative robotic solutions that enhance efficiency, quality, and customer satisfaction. We are passionate about pushing the boundaries of technology to deliver cutting-edge products that meet the evolving needs of our industry.

What You’ll Do

Take on ownership of the on-robot software stack. This spans low level sensor interfaces and motor control, up through higher level state machines, up to managing, controlling, and offloading data to the cloud. Work with a team to both lead and provide feedback on new designs, triage issues, and analyze system performance.

Responsibilities

• Build out the on-robot software stack, including implementing support for new hardware modules, triaging failures on existing modules, and implementing higher level state machines to efficiently manage incoming orders.
• Collaborate with culinary and product teams to gather requirements and translate them into technical solutions.
• Integrate with delivery service providers to receive orders and provide status updates.
• Create and integrate with the on-robot control panel interfaces.
• Work alongside firmware, mechanical, electrical, and front end engineers to ensure cohesive system functionality.
• Contribute to code reviews and architectural decisions.

What We’re Looking For

• Comfortable with C++ and Linux.
• Familiarity with documentation tools (for example wikis, markdown, docs) and writing design documents and playbooks.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical team members.

Desirable Skills

• Experience with ROS or similar robotics development frameworks.
• Experience with Vue3 and TypeScript for writing frontend web applications.
• Experience with Docker, Protobuf, Python, Terraform, and Git.
• Experience with embedded Linux distributions and deploying software onto physical devices.
• Familiarity with simulation environments, along with standing up simulated backend services or making use of such services in unit/integration tests.
• Familiarity with SQL, Superset, Jupyter notebooks, and other tools used for analyzing data.

What Else You Need To Know

Our work environment is fast-paced and dynamic, fostering a culture of creativity, collaboration, and fun. We believe that a stimulating and enjoyable workplace is key to driving innovation and achieving excellence. At Lab37 Robotics, every team member plays a vital role in shaping the future of food production, and we are committed to supporting our employees' growth and success.

Salary & Benefits

The base salary range for this role is $174,000 - $222,000 per year. Actual compensation will be determined on an individual basis and may vary depending on experience, skills, and qualifications. Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package. You may also be eligible for equity awards and an annual performance-based bonus.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (multiple plans, incl. HSA options).
• Company-paid life and disability insurance (short- and long-term).
• Voluntary insurance: accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity.
• Optional supplemental life insurance for self, spouse, and children.
• Pet insurance discount.
• 401(k).
• Health Savings Account (HSA).
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care, Commuter).
• Time Off policies:
• Discretionary vacation days
• 8 paid holidays per year
• Paid sick time
• Paid Bereavement leave
• Paid Parental Leave

Notes

Benefits are subject to change at the company's discretion.