Senior Software Engineer (C++ & Python)

Simbe Robotics; South San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company is seeking a strong Python & C++ engineer to join their robot software engineering team working on the Tally autonomous robots. The role involves developing, maintaining, and evolving the robot's software stack, ensuring its reliability and efficiency in real-world environments. Significant qualifications include expertise in software development, continuous integration/CI/CD practices, and familiarity with the Robot Operating System (ROS). This position offers a competitive salary based on experience.

Qualifications

• Extremely adept in both C++ and Python programming.
• Proficient in shell scripting, preferably with Bash.
• Well-versed in source control systems, particularly Git.

Responsibilities

• Maintaining and extending the Tally software stack.
• Developing new software packages for Simbe software teams.
• Improving autonomy, navigation, perception, and HRI behaviors.

Skills

C++

Python

Shell scripting

Git

Ubuntu/Linux

Continuous Integration/Deployment

Automated regression testing

Education

BS, MS, or PhD in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Docker

ROS

Redis

GCP

AWS

Azure

Nvidia Jetson

Job description

Simbe is looking for a strong Python & C++ engineer. In this role, you will be working with our robot software engineering team on the code that drives our Tally(TM) autonomous robots. You will work on all aspects of the Tally stack including but not limited to navigation, perception, autonomous behaviors, hardware drivers, cloud integration, and infrastructure management. Your primary objective will be to build, maintain, and evolve the Tally software stack to make our robots better, faster, smarter, easier, and bulletproof to failure.

Responsibilities

• Maintaining and extending the Tally software stack
• Working on and developing new software packages to be shared across Simbe software teams
• Improving Tally's autonomy, navigation, perception, and human-robot interaction (HRI) behaviors.
• Assist in our ongoing Devops & CI/CD development
• Evaluating third-party SW (ROS, etc.) packages for integration into our stack

Required Qualifications

• BS, MS, or PhD in Computer Science or related field highly recommended but not required
• Extremely adept in both C++ and Python programming
• Proficient in shell scripting, preferably with Bash and Python
• Well-versed in source control systems, particularly Git
• Experience working with Ubuntu or other Debian-based Linux distributions
• Familiarity with modern software development methodologies (e.g. continuous integration/deployment, scrum, automated regression testing)
• Experience in packaging and deploying software in production environments

Recommended Qualifications

• Good understanding of the Robot Operating System (ROS) and core concepts such as nodes, messages, topics, services, parameters, build system, etc.
• Experience with databases, especially redis
• Experience writing ROS nodes
• Understanding of both ROS1 and ROS2 is recommended
• Familiarity with Docker containers
• Experience with Nvidia Jetson platform
• Experience with cloud computing platforms (GCP, AWS, Azure, etc)
• Experience managing large numbers of connected IoT devices (e.g. robots, wearables, phones, smart home)

$100,000 - $200,000 a year

Salary dependent on experience and location.

Simbe Values:R. E. T. A. I. L.

Result Driven -We are customer-centric and results-driven. We strive to create immense value for our team, partners, customers, and investors.

Empathetic -We are sensitive and mindful. We support each other in challenging times, both professionally and personally.

Transparent -We highly value open communication internally, and with our partners and customers. We are receptive to feedback.

Agile -We are agile and always eager to learn. We quickly adapt to changes and customer needs.

Innovative -We are bold and innovative, with an intense focus on product design and user experience.

Leaders -We strive for excellence. We are accountable, the best at what we do, and leaders in our field.