Staff Software Engineer, Applications

Socket.dev; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 143,569 - 183,449; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Daily on-site lunch

On-campus gym

Opportunities for monthly events

Access to continuous learning

Flexible vacation time

Job summary

Dormont Manufacturing Co in San Diego is seeking a Staff Software Engineer to lead the development of in-house robot software applications. The role requires strong expertise in Python and C++ to mentor junior engineers and enhance software quality.

With 7 to 8+ years of experience in complex systems and technical leadership, you'll face exciting challenges and contribute to ground-breaking products. The company offers a competitive salary of $143,569 to $183,449 along with extensive benefits including stock options and generous paid time off.

Qualifications

• 7-8+ years of demonstrated experience in software development for complex systems.
• 1-2+ years of demonstrated software technical leadership experience.
• Experience writing Python applications.

Responsibilities

• Define, architect, and develop in-house robot software applications.
• Serve as a technical lead by mentoring junior engineers.
• Communicate technical risks and provide project status updates.

Skills

Python

C++

Software debugging

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Education

BS or MS in Computer Science or related engineering discipline

Job description

Position Overview

The Staff Software Engineer plays a key role for the Software Engineering Applications team, leading the development for our in‑house robot software applications. With a strong technical acumen and an excellent background in Python and C++ development, you will help lead a team of committed engineers to build interfaces and workflows, integrate state‑of‑the‑art autonomy features, and deploy robust, safe, and scalable software application solutions for our next generation of products. You will identify performance bottlenecks, coordinate with cross‑functional teams on simulation and control, and prioritize projects and tasks for the benefit of our end customers.

Essential Job Functions

• Define, architect, and develop our in‑house robot software applications
• Serve as a technical lead by mentoring junior engineers, providing high‑quality feedback on designs and code reviews, and driving technical excellence through clean, reusable code
• Proactively identify and communicate technical risks, provide clear project status updates, and continuously improve software development processes
• Drive impact as a significant code contributor, developing extensible, maintainable, and scalable application value for robots deployed worldwide
• Improve software application performance through profiling, debugging, and testing
• Support integration of state‑of‑the‑art autonomy features (deep learning models and pipelines, state‑of‑the‑art mapping, perception, and motion planning algorithms)
• Take ownership and initiative for improving the quality of the software applications and architectures
• Work across disciplines (Hardware, Firmware, Cloud), coordinate multiple initiatives, and architect efficient and reusable solutions for various robot product lines

Education and/or Work Experience Requirements

• BS or MS in Computer Science or related engineering discipline
• 7‑8+ years of demonstrated experience in software development for complex systems interacting with sensors inputs or control‑loops
• 1‑2+ years of demonstrated software technical leadership experience
• Experience writing Python applications and knowledge of Python constructs and internals

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics

• Demonstrated high proficiency with Python and C++ production‑level coding
• Good knowledge of software debugging and profiling tools
• Distill product requirements into actionable engineering tasks while leaving room for design and implementation discussions
• Excellent organizational, analytical, reasoning and problem‑solving skills
• Open, curious and creative mind, willing to build the future of robotics

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Essential functions may require maintaining the physical condition necessary for sitting, walking or standing for periods of time; operating a computer and keyboard; use of hands to finger and grasp; talk and hear at normal room levels; visual acuity to determine the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of the work assigned or to make general observations of facilities or structures; push or pull up to 20 pounds.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate. Employees are exposed to the typical office environment with computers, printers and telephones.

Salary Range

The anticipated salary range for candidates who will work in San Diego, California is $143,569 to $183,449. The final salary offered to a successful candidate will be dependent on several factors that may include but are not limited to the type and length of experience within the job, type and length of experience within the industry, education, etc. Brain Corp is a multi‑state employer and this salary range may not reflect positions that work in other states.

In addition to base pay, our competitive total rewards package consists of:

• A discretionary annual target bonus
• Stock options
• 401(k) plan with match (no waiting period and immediate vesting)
• Comprehensive suite of insurance benefits for employees (and their families) to include a variety of medical plan options (including an HSA with employer contribution), dental, vision, life and disability insurance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Legal/Identity support plans, pet insurance.
• Access to Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical and Dependent Care)
• Generous paid time off including flexible vacation, Paid Sick Leave, time off for volunteering in the community, 10 paid company holidays, and a winter company shutdown

Additional Perks

• Daily on‑site lunch available in the San Diego office
• On‑campus gym including pool and tennis courts in the San Diego office
• Opportunities to connect with colleagues including monthly game nights, hikes, wellness challenges, and community events
• Internal continuous learning events
• Opportunities to share your own interests and hobbies with the Company