Software Engineer, Behaviors and Decision Making at Agtonomy

South San Francisco, California, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Agriculture, Robotics, Autonomous VehiclesIndustries

Requirements

Experience with robotic behavior planning techniques (e.g., graph search, behavior trees, state machines, policy learning, probabilistic planning, etc.)
Experience effectively implementing and validating complex decision logic in software
Demonstrated ability to ship production software for autonomous systems (e.g., AVs, drones, indoor robotics, etc.)
Proficiency in modern C++ for resource-constrained systems
Ability to thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced team with a strong sense of ownership
Strong communication and problem-solving skills for cross-team work
An eagerness to get your hands dirty by testing your code on real robots in real fields
What makes you a strong fit
Experience designing behavior or routing systems from first principles
You’ve worked with agent prediction models
Passion for developing software for physical robots that interact seamlessly with the real world
5+ years in robotics, autonomy, or related fields (e.g., automotive, drones, agtech)
BS/MS/PhD in Robotics, Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent experience
Passion for sustainable agriculture or environmental tech

Responsibilities

Translate complex farming tasks and safety goals into autonomous behaviors
Configure how autonomous systems execute tasks and define metrics for successful performance
Define autonomous behaviors for interactions between vehicles, the work being done, and the environment
Enhance robots’ ability to handle failure scenarios, correct inefficiencies, and compose low-level skills into high-level, goal-directed behaviors
Work with product teams to help define requirements for how the robotic systems should operate
Develop scalable software and tools for onboard/offboard autonomy systems
Write high-performance C++ code for embedded systems and ensure quality through code reviews
Test your algorithms on real robots in rugged field environments and see your code come to life

Skills

Autonomous Behaviors

Decision Making

Algorithm Development

Behavior Planning

Robotics

Control Systems

Perception

Localization

Failure Handling

Metrics Definition

Safety Engineering

Agtonomy

Autonomous AI solution for efficient farming

About Agtonomy

Agtonomy focuses on improving farming through technology with its product, TeleFarmer. TeleFarmer is an autonomous device that helps farmers perform various labor-intensive tasks, even in difficult terrains, which lessens their physical workload. Accompanying the device is an app that enables farmers to plan tasks, assign them, monitor progress, and review performance reports easily. This combination of hardware and software allows for more efficient management of agricultural fields. Unlike many competitors, Agtonomy offers a trial of their solution, allowing potential customers to experience its benefits before committing to a purchase. The company's goal is to enhance farming efficiency and profitability, making it easier for farmers to manage their operations.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters

2021Year Founded

$53.5MTotal Funding

SERIES_ACompany Stage

Food & Agriculture, AI & Machine LearningIndustries

11-50Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

Stock Options

Commuter Benefits

Flexible Spending Account/Flexible Spending Account

Risks

Increased competition from established companies like John Deere challenges Agtonomy's market position.

Rapid technological advancements require continuous innovation, straining Agtonomy's resources.

Reliance on partnerships poses risks if partners develop competing technologies.

Differentiation

Agtonomy's TeleFarmer offers a unique hybrid autonomous and tele-assist platform for farmers.

The Smart Farm Task Ecosystem connects tractors and tools for seamless autonomous task execution.

Agtonomy partners with trusted equipment manufacturers, enhancing credibility and market reach.

Upsides

Agtonomy raised $32.8M in Series A funding, boosting growth and market expansion.

The trend towards sustainable farming aligns with Agtonomy's focus on efficiency and sustainability.

Partnerships with equipment manufacturers create a favorable environment for Agtonomy's strategy.

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