Senior Software Engineer- Warehouse Navigation 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, Warehouse AutomationIndustries

Requirements

BS in Computer Science, Robotics, or a related field with 5+ years of experience, or MS/PhD with 2+ years of experience
Strong proficiency in designing and implementing production-level C++ software
Experience with the full lifecycle of building software, from designing and prototyping, to robustifying, and maintenance
Deep, demonstrated technical expertise in one or more of the following domains: Path and motion planning algorithms, Multi-agent planning and coordination, Behavior and task planning abstractions (behavior trees, FSMs, etc)
Experience working with mobile robots in a commercial environment, especially in warehouse automation or logistics (a plus)
Experience with safety-critical systems and relevant standards (a plus)

Responsibilities

Design and develop core navigation software capabilities, including warehouse-scale mapping and route planning, local motion planning and collision avoidance, congestion management, encoding traffic rules into robot behavior, etc
Ensure the reliability, performance, and scalability of software through rigorous testing, profiling, and optimization
Collaborate closely with engineers on other teams, including perception and controls, product managers, and other stakeholders to translate requirements into technical designs and implemented features
Participate in code reviews, mentor junior engineers, and contribute to the overall technical direction of the team
Troubleshoot and debug complex software issues in a production environment

Skills

C++

Mapping

Route Planning

Motion Planning

Collision Avoidance

Congestion Management

Profiling

Optimization

Testing

Debugging

Code Review

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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