Principal Software Architect- Core Perception at Boston Dynamics

Waltham, Massachusetts, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Robotics, TechnologyIndustries

Requirements

12+ years of experience in a software engineering role
BS or MS in Computer Science or a closely related technical field
Expert-level software development skills, particularly in C++, with a strong command of software architecture, design patterns, and performance optimization techniques
Experience facilitating rapid development in complex systems, including testing
Experience defining measurable, actionable work items (tasks, stories, epics) that are ready to delegate
Excellent communication and collaboration skills
An eagerness to teach and help a team grow their knowledge
Familiarity with robotics, computer vision, point cloud processing, and/or ML perception methodologies
Familiarity with sensor and/or compute hardware (cameras, depth cameras, GPUs) is a plus

Responsibilities

Develop a deep and comprehensive understanding of the team’s systems and their interdependencies
Collaborate closely with team members to understand and prioritize key requirements and needs
Propose, design, and implement innovative strategies to maximize the performance of real-time on-robot systems, including system architecture, tooling, infrastructure, and processes
Design, implement, and maintain critical off-robot infrastructure, including data aggregation, log analysis, data visualization, and large-scale processing solutions
Serve as a go-to technical leader on the team, championing software best practices and driving excellence
Collaborate with adjacent teams (e.g., other robotic disciplines, software teams) to ensure strategic alignment
Work closely with engineering leaders to identify and capitalize on key opportunities for innovation and growth

Skills

Software Architecture

Real-time Systems

System Performance Optimization

Infrastructure Design

Data Aggregation

Log Analysis

Data Visualization

Large-scale Processing

Robotics

Perception Systems

Mentorship

Best Practices

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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