Robotics Software Engineer
Burbank, CA
Applied Invention is a multi-disciplinary innovation company that partners with corporations to design and build new technologies to help them grow and adapt to rapidly changing environments.
We are a group of experienced technologists that have especially strong skills in building complex systems that incorporate data analytics, artificial intelligence, cloud computing, machine learning, distributed sensors, robotics, and data visualization. We work at the speed of a startup, with quality that comes from years of working together as a cohesive team.
Our relationships with our partners, primarily Fortune 1000 companies, are confidential and encompass a broad range of industries including agriculture, transportation, manufacturing, information technology, energy, medical and healthcare. We will only work with one company in each industry.
If you are a self-starter who shares our passion for solving problems that matter, for pushing the limits of what’s possible, and for asking hard questions, we want to meet you.
Description
The Robotics Software Engineer will work on mix of architecture, design, simulation, development, and testing, working directly with hardware teams as well as other activities such as code reviews, customer meetings, and prototyping in support of the company’s projects.
Position Responsibilities
- Architect, develop and test both prototype and production robotics systems
- Ensure integration smoothly within the larger project
- Stay current with state of the art in development tools, frameworks and methodologies
- Adapt to customer requirements and technology choices
Skills/Qualifications
- BS/MS degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related subject or extensive comparable industry experience
- 4+ years of experience working as Software Engineer on progressively complex and interesting problems/products
- Experience with production software development
- Interest in working across industries and applications
- Exceptional critical thinking and problem solving
- Curiosity and a passion for tinkering and figuring things out
- Collaborative team player
- Expertise working with the following tools/applications are required:
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- Any of Python/Java/C++/Rust
- ROS or other robotic frameworks
- Control theory
- Computer vision
- Sensor integration
- Machine learning algorithms and integrations
- Version control tools (e.g. Git, SVN)
- Web protocols (HTTP, REST, JSON, etc)
- Expertise in the following areas are a plus:
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- Web client frameworks (e.g. Angular, React, etc.)
- Cloud environments (e.g. AWS, Azure)
- SQL and NoSQL databases
- HTML, Javascript, Typescript
- 3D engines, including Unreal or Unity
- Kinematic
Applied Invention is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fair and equitable compensation and thoughtfully consider a wide range of factors when determining individual compensation. The expected base annual salary range for this role is between $120,000 – 170,000.
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What We Do
Applied Invention is a multidisciplinary innovation company that designs, builds, and develops technology solutions in partnership with leading companies and entrepreneurs. We are an interdisciplinary group of engineers, scientists, and artists with skills in mathematics, physics, biology, electronics, mechanics, systems engineering, software development, and industrial design. Our projects range from computer vision, database software, data analytics, and high performance computing to biotechnology, medical devices, robotics, and generally complex systems.
In 2014, Applied Invention was spun-off from Applied Minds, where the team started new companies including Applied Proteomics, Metaweb Technologies (acquired by Google), and TouchShare and developed technology solutions with partners such as Northrop Grumman, Herman Miller, Sun Microsystems, General Motors, and Intel. Applied Invention continues to advise and collaborate with leading entrepreneurs to create new technology solutions and companies.
If you are a self-starter that shares our passion for solving problems that matter, for pushing the limits of what's possible, and for asking hard questions, we want to meet you.
