Real Time Software Engineer at Sanctuary AI

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Junior (1 to 2 years), Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Robotics, AIIndustries

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Mechatronics, or Robotics with 2+ years of relevant industry experience
Comprehensive experience with real-time software architectures, ROS 2, and robot hardware control
Track record of technical excellence and successful delivery of motion control and robot integration projects
Understanding of computer hardware and passion for debugging across multiple layers of a system: hardware, kernel, middleware, and user-level applications
Strong ROS2 and ros2_control experience, including robotic systems integration and control interface extension for seamless communication
Solid experience working with Linux, including system-level configuration, debugging, and performance tuning for real-time multi-threaded applications
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with a focus on clarity in technical discussions and documentation
Consistently positive attitude and a willingness to do whatever it takes to create robust solutions to mission objectives
Proponent of personal responsibility for themselves and their teammates
Empathetic listener with conflict resolution capabilities
Consistent bias for action, communication, and interpersonal savvy
Self-motivated and able to solve problems independently
Mission driven and passionate about bringing human-like intelligence to machines
Willingness to engage in frequent international travel

Responsibilities

Support the integration and control of complex robotic systems through deterministic and low-latency software frameworks
Support the testing and deployment of robot systems
Own the quality and integration over control and AI integration boundaries
Innovate testing and deployment readiness checks in robotic movement systems
Test and validate real-time control software to support general-purpose robot platforms, ensuring seamless integration between low-latency systems and high-level AI behaviors
Contribute to validating real-time applications with AI workloads, find integration gaps, and prepare the system for complex control tasks
Collaborate with application developers and customers to validate application fit and system reliability

Skills

ROS 2

ros2_control

real-time software

robot hardware control

motion control

hardware/software integration

C++

low-latency systems

debugging

AI integration

Sanctuary AI

Develops humanoid robots for workplace automation

About Sanctuary AI

Sanctuary AI develops humanoid robots designed to work alongside humans in various industries. Their main product, Phoenix™, is a general-purpose robot that can be remotely piloted or operate autonomously, allowing it to observe, assess, and perform tasks as needed. This versatility enables businesses to automate processes, enhance efficiency, and improve safety in the workplace. Unlike many competitors, Sanctuary AI focuses on creating robots that can seamlessly integrate into human work environments, providing training for these robots to ensure effective collaboration. The goal of Sanctuary AI is to advance the capabilities of AI and robotics to create safer and more productive workplaces.

Vancouver, CanadaHeadquarters

2018Year Founded

$86.1MTotal Funding

GRANTCompany Stage

Robotics & Automation, AI & Machine LearningIndustries

51-200Employees

Benefits

Medical, dental, & vision insurance

Wellness programs

Stock options

PTO

Schedule flexibility

Risks

Leadership changes, like Geordie Rose stepping down, may disrupt strategic direction.

Increased competition from well-funded companies could challenge Sanctuary AI's market position.

Technical hurdles in achieving human-level dexterity may delay product deployment.

Differentiation

Sanctuary AI developed Phoenix™, the first general-purpose humanoid robot with human-like intelligence.

Their proprietary AI system, Carbon™, enables autonomous task execution and remote supervision.

Sanctuary AI's tactile sensor technology enhances robot dexterity, setting them apart in robotics.

Upsides

Sanctuary AI secured $140 million in funding, boosting innovation and development capabilities.

Phoenix™ was recognized in TIME’s Best Inventions 2023, enhancing brand visibility and credibility.

Prominent investors like Accenture and Verizon Ventures show confidence in Sanctuary AI's potential.

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