Data Infrastructure Software Engineer, Central Software at Boston Dynamics

Waltham, Minnesota, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Robotics, Automation, LogisticsIndustries

Requirements

5+ years of professional experience in delivering data infrastructure solutions to end-users
Proven ability to design, develop, and optimize efficient ETL/ELT pipelines for large-scale data ingestion and transformation (e.g., Apache Airflow)
In-depth knowledge and hands-on experience with big data technologies such as Apache Spark, Hadoop, Kafka, Flink, or similar distributed systems
Expertise in relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL)
Experience with major cloud providers like AWS, Google Cloud Platform (GCP), or Microsoft Azure, including services related to data storage, processing, and analytics
Proficiency in Python
Familiarity with Git version control and a comfortable working proficiency in a Linux development environment
Bachelor’s in Engineering, Computer Science, or other technical areas
Experience with C++ or Rust (additional)
Familiarity with containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) (additional)

Responsibilities

Design, develop, and maintain scalable and robust data pipelines using Apache Airflow and other big data technologies
Optimize existing data systems for performance, reliability, and cost-effectiveness
Collaborate with machine learning engineers and other software engineers to respond to data needs and solve problems with data
Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to data availability, performance, and accuracy
Monitor data quality and integrity, implementing processes for data validation and error handling
Participate in code reviews, contributing to a high standard of code quality and best practices
Research and evaluate new technologies and tools to improve our data platform
Contribute to the overall architecture and strategy for data infrastructure
Participate in our agile development process, coordinating work with others, identifying challenges, and communicating progress regularly
Mentor and upskill peers and other contributors across the organization

Skills

Apache Airflow

Data Pipelines

Big Data

Cloud Computing

Data Engineering

ETL

Data Quality

Monitoring

Agile

Code Review

Data Architecture

Boston Dynamics

Develops advanced robots for industrial applications

About Boston Dynamics

Boston Dynamics creates advanced robots that enhance human capabilities and safety, focusing on legged robots with high mobility, dexterity, and intelligence. Their flagship products, Spot and Pick, are designed for commercial, industrial, and research applications, performing tasks that are dangerous or physically demanding for humans. Spot, for example, is a 65-pound robot that can navigate complex terrains and avoid obstacles autonomously using built-in AI. Unlike many competitors, Boston Dynamics emphasizes responsible use of their robots, limiting sales to commercial and research clients and ensuring high-quality standards through domestic manufacturing. The company's goal is to improve safety and efficiency across various industries while exploring future consumer applications.

Waltham, MassachusettsHeadquarters

1992Year Founded

$38.8MTotal Funding

ACQUISITIONCompany Stage

Robotics & Automation, AI & Machine LearningIndustries

1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Remote Work Options

Flexible Work Hours

Risks

Competition from affordable Chinese robotics could pressure market share and pricing.

Layoffs indicate potential financial or strategic challenges impacting future innovation.

Collaboration with multiple stakeholders may lead to strategic misalignments.

Differentiation

Boston Dynamics excels in creating robots with advanced mobility and dexterity.

Their robots are designed for unstructured environments, enhancing workplace safety and efficiency.

Spot and Atlas are pioneering robots in digital transformation and mobile manipulation.

Upsides

Collaboration with Toyota and Hyundai boosts AI-powered humanoid robot development.

Patent resolution with Ghost Robotics opens collaboration on robotics policy and technology.

AI advancements in Atlas position Boston Dynamics as a humanoid robot market leader.

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