Software Engineer - Robotics

Hstar Technologies; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Hstar Technologies is seeking a Software Developer for Robotic systems to join its fast-paced team in Cambridge, MA. The ideal candidate will have extensive knowledge in Linux, Python, and C/C++, with at least 3 years of experience in software engineering. They will work on developing sophisticated robotic systems, including network communications and control algorithms.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in software engineering.
• Excellent knowledge of Linux and communication protocols.
• Good communication skills in English.

Responsibilities

• Develop robot-related network communications libraries.
• Create vision, path planning, and control algorithms for an autonomous mobile robot.
• Provide software testing, maintenance, and support.

Skills

Linux

Python

C/C++

Network programming

Manipulator control

Automation process control

Sensing and control hardware

DSPs

ROS

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science

Computer Engineering

Robotics

Job description

Hstar is developing cutting edge robotic systems that complement and extend human capabilities, with particular emphasis the delivery of high quality, affordable healthcare. A rapidly growing company, Hstar is
building upon technologies developed through advanced research and development to create industry-leading commercial products.

We seek strong candidates in Software Development for Robotic system to join our talented team.

Job Description

This position requires:
• extensive knowledge of the Linux environment
• extensive knowledge of Python and C/C++
• experience/familiarity with the following:
o network programming
o manipulator control and/or automation process control
o serial communication (e.g., SPI) and CAN bus communication protocols
o sensing and control hardware
o DSPs
o ROS

The roles and responsibilities include;
• develop robot related network communications libraries
• develop robot related python and c++ tools and libraries
• develop vision, path planning and control algorithms for an autonomous mobile robotic system
• software testing, maintenance and documentation
• software support to other team members

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience of software engineering
• Bachelors or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Robotics, or related field.
• Excellent knowledge of Linux.
• Experience with communication protocols.
• Good written and verbal communication skills (English).
• Must be eligible to work in the US without restriction.

Additional Information

The candidates for this position should be able to work with minimal supervision in a fast-paced start up environment. The job requires clear communication with a small, passionate, multidisciplinary team and
extremely well structured, well documented code. Proven experience developing sophisticated robotic systems is required. Code samples and references will be requested. The candidates should have a very positive work attitude.