Senior Software Engineer (Robotics & Intelligence)

Motivo; Compton (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

High-quality insurance

401(k) match

Generous vacation time

Profit-sharing bonuses

Monday–Thursday 4/10 work week

Job summary

A premier product development firm in California is seeking a Technical Lead & Systems Architect to drive innovation in autonomous systems. You will design robust software architectures and integrate advanced AI systems while ensuring cybersecurity compliance. Ideal candidates will have over 8 years of experience, mastering C++ and Python, and expertise in robotics and embedded systems. A competitive salary ranging from $110,000 to $130,000 is offered, along with excellent benefits including generous vacation and a 401(k) match.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of professional experience in embedded software, robotics, or autonomous systems.
• Proven track record of deploying ML models and high-bandwidth sensing applications.
• Experience with LTE/5G modem integration.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement robust software architectures on NVIDIA Jetson Orin platforms.
• Develop and optimize GPU-accelerated pipelines for AI detection.
• Integrate 5G/LTE stacks for low-latency HD video streaming.
• Implement security-by-design in compliance with NIST standards.

Skills

Robotics

Embedded systems

Edge AI

C++

Python

5G modem integration

NVIDIA Jetson/ARM64 architectures

Education

BS in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field

MS/PhD in Robotics

Tools

ROS 2

Ansible

GStreamer

TLS 1.3

Job description

Build the Intelligence Behind Autonomous Systems at Motivo

Are you a high‑level individual contributor with a mastery of robotics, embedded systems, and edge AI? Do you thrive on solving the “impossible” problems at the intersection of real‑time sensing, 5G connectivity, and hardened cybersecurity?

Motivo is a premier product development firm where ambitious concepts become functional realities. We serve as the elite engineering engine for everything from stealth startups to Fortune 100 R&D labs.

The Role: Technical Lead & Systems Architect

At Motivo, a Senior Software Engineer isn’t just a coder; you are the technical backbone of our most sophisticated robotic initiatives. You will own the software lifecycle of complex autonomous machines, moving from rapid prototyping to field‑ready deployment.

In This Role, You Will

• Architect Core Systems: Design and implement robust software architectures on NVIDIA Jetson Orin platforms using ROS 2 and DDS middleware.
• Drive AI Innovation: Develop and optimize GPU‑accelerated pipelines for AI detection, including thermal imaging for fire watch and audio SDKs for specialized acoustic signature detection.
• Enable Global Connectivity: Own the integration of 5G/LTE stacks to ensure low‑latency HD video streaming and reliable telemetry in challenging RF environments.
• Harden the Edge: Implement "security‑by‑design" following NIST SP 800‑53/171 standards, including AES‑256 encryption, TLS 1.3, and secure boot protocols.
• Ensure Fleet Reliability: Build and maintain the "safety net" for our robots, including A/B boot partitioning, robust OTA update mechanisms, and Ansible‑driven deployments.

Technical Profile

We are looking for an engineer who is fluent in the nuances of hardware‑software integration and thrives in a Linux‑heavy environment.

• Compute: Expert‑level knowledge of NVIDIA Jetson/ARM64 architectures and GPU optimization.
• Robotics: Deep experience with ROS 2, middleware tuning, and sensor fusion.
• Streaming/Video: Proficiency with GStreamer, RTSP, and WebRTC for complex video pipelines.
• Security & Ops: Experience with Ansible for automation and security tools like AIDE, Elastic Agent, or OSSEC.
• Languages: Mastery of C++ and Python (Modern C++ standards preferred).

Required Qualifications

• Experience: 8+ years of professional experience in embedded software, robotics, or autonomous systems.
• Edge Expertise: Proven track record of deploying ML models and high‑bandwidth sensing applications to edge devices.
• Connectivity: Practical experience with LTE/5G modem integration and RF coexistence.
• Security Mastery: Familiarity implementing NIST cybersecurity controls and FIPS‑validated cryptographic modules.
• Education: BS in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field (MS/PhD in Robotics is a major plus).

Benefits

We offer a solid benefits package including high‑quality insurance, a 401(k) match, generous vacation time, Monday–Thursday 4/10 work week, and profit‑sharing bonuses tied to company performance.
Base Salary Range: $110,000 - $130,000. Salary is dependent on experience, knowledge, and interview performance.