Senior Embedded Software Engineer - Bot Control

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Wilmington, MA
In-Office
Logistics • Robotics
Reinvent the Warehouse & Reimagine the Supply Chain®
The Role

Who we are

With its A.I.-powered robotic technology platform, Symbotic is changing the way consumer goods move through the supply chain. Intelligent software orchestrates advanced robots in a high-density, end-to-end system – reinventing warehouse automation for increased efficiency, speed and flexibility.

What we need 

 

We are looking for a Senior Embedded Software Engineer – Bot Controls. You will be working on the Minibot software team to design, develop and implement the software running on our robots. You will be working with a group of industry leading roboticists to implement a large-scale production robotic solution. 

 

What we do 

The Minibot team is responsible for all software development on Symbotic's large fleet of autonomous mobile robots, which perform mission critical operations in the supply chain.  This includes embedded systems, controls, perception, path planning, simulation and GUI development.  

 

What you'll do 

 

  • Collaborate with cross-functional engineering and product teams in planning, design, and development of all software running on a fleet of mobile robots. 

  • Optimize the robot performance and throughput to achieve the desired system KPIs. 

  • Develop the platform OS, device drivers and libraries to interface with the HW with the algorithm stack 

  • Work across the full on-robot software stack Construct automated diagnostic tools for reliable detection and debugging of bot failures in the field. 

  • Take ownership of the quality, reliability, and testability of the software codebase. 

  • Troubleshoot system problems in production or design by investigating issues related to product performance or production difficulties. 

  • Identify risks and provide solutions leading to successful customer deliveries and continual improvements in system performance. 

  • Occasional travel of up to 10% may be required. 

 

What you’ll need 

  • Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD in computer science, robotics, electronic engineering, or a related field. 

  • Minimum of 5 years of demonstrated experience in developing software in embedded systems for high reliability applications. 

  • Proficiency with Yocto, the Linux kernel and device driver development. 

  • Knowledge of communication technologies like GMSL, Ethernet, SPI etc. 

  • Proficiency in C .

Nice to haves 

  • Familiarity with C++  

  • Familiarity with Cameras and LIDAR integration 

  • Familiarity with Controls and Localization algorithms  

Our Environment 

  • Up to 10% of travel may be required. Employees must have a valid driver’s license and the ability to drive and/or fly to client and other customer locations.   

  • The employee is responsible for owning a credit card and managing expenses personally to be reimbursed on a bi-weekly basis.  

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About Symbotic

Symbotic is an automation technology leader reimagining the supply chain with its end-to-end, AI-powered robotic and software platform. Symbotic reinvents the warehouse as a strategic asset for the world’s largest retail, wholesale, and food & beverage companies. Applying next-gen technology, high-density storage and machine learning to solve today's complex distribution challenges, Symbotic enables companies to move goods with unmatched speed, agility, accuracy and efficiency. As the backbone of commerce the Symbotic platform transforms the flow of goods and the economics of supply chain for its customers. For more information, visit www.symbotic.com.

 

We are a community of innovators, collaborators and pioneers who embrace our differences, because we know unique perspectives make us stronger and smarter. Every perspective matters. We depend on the collective voices of our employees, customers and community to help guide us as we build a better place to work – for you and the world. That’s why we’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer. 

We do not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or genetic information. 

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The Company
HQ: Wilmington, MA
2,100 Employees
Year Founded: 2007

What We Do

The Symbotic story began in 2007 with a bold vision: to solve real-world challenges in the supply chain. Since then, we have combined deep expertise in warehouse operations with breakthrough technology to transform how goods are moved.

Today, Symbotic delivers fully automated, end-to-end supply chain solutions for some of the world’s largest retailers and wholesalers. Our systems integrate advanced robotics and A.I. to address the complexity of modern distribution, helping customers achieve new levels of efficiency, speed, and flexibility.

At the core of our platform is intelligent software that orchestrates fleets of autonomous robots within a high-density structure. This reinvention of warehouse automation enables faster throughput, maximized storage capacity, and precise order accuracy—creating measurable value across the supply chain.

We leverage innovations drawn from fields such as self-driving vehicles, computer vision, data analytics, machine learning, and structural design. to tackle the hardest problems in warehouse logistics. With our solutions, customers can streamline operations, reduce costs, and respond quickly to changing consumer demands.

Why Work With Us

Our robots are responsible for getting food and merchandise to thousands of store shelves across North America. We have both the excitement and ambition of a startup and the benefits of a proven company. We do important work for some of the biggest companies in the world; together we are changing entire industries.

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