Boston Dynamics is looking for a Senior Software Engineer to join us. If you are creative, have a passion for improving your team members’ lives, and thrive in a dynamic and team-oriented environment, this is the role for you!
As a Staff Software Engineer, you will be part of the Stretch team responsible for designing and developing system level software. The work environment is positive and dynamic. You will play a key role in building some of the most sophisticated warehouse robots in the industry.
Boston Dynamics is a world leader in mobile robots, tackling some of the toughest robotics challenges. For years, our awe-inspiring viral videos on YouTube have shown the world what remarkably capable robots can do. Now we are quickly becoming a recognized leader in automation solutions for industrial applications and warehouse logistics.
You are responsible for:
Designing, developing, unit testing and documenting new features and subsystems
Identify and fix potential security threats
Support the hardware team in board bring-up and debugging
Developing libraries, device drivers, operating system debug, tuning and reliability
Mentoring less experienced software engineers.
You are a part of:
A team that is highly collaborative and passionate about quality and innovation (and of course robots!). We strive daily to improve our products and the process while maintaining a culture of learning and growing.
To succeed in this role, you should have the following skills and experience:
4+ years of experience in real-time Linux platform operating system development
Deep understanding of Linux, including the kernel, early boot, scheduling
Experience with concurrency, inter-process communication, and real-time systems
Experience with profiling, monitoring, and optimization tools
Networking fundamentals including WiFi (802.11) and automotive ethernet
At least 3+ years of programming in languages such as C++, Golang, and Python
Working knowledge of development tools such as Jira and Git/Github
BS/MS in Computer Science/Computer Engineering or equivalent
Bonus points if you have:
A passion for secure software architecture and design
Experience with ARM or nvidia platforms
Good understanding of cloud technologies and distributed systems
Knowledge of systemd
We are interested in every qualified candidate who is eligible to work in the United States. However, we are not able to sponsor visas for this position.
The base pay range for this position is between $134,400 to $168,000 annually. Base pay will depend on multiple individualized factors including, but not limited to internal equity, job related knowledge, skills and experience. This range represents a good faith estimate of compensation at the time of posting. Boston Dynamics offers a generous Benefits package including medical, dental vision, 401(k), paid time off and a annual bonus structure. Additional details regarding these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer for employment.
Skills Required
- 4+ years of experience in real-time Linux platform operating system development
- At least 3+ years of programming in languages such as C++, Golang, and Python
- BS/MS in Computer Science/Computer Engineering or equivalent
What We Do
Boston Dynamics builds advanced mobile manipulation robots with remarkable mobility, dexterity perception and agility. We use sensor-based controls and computation to unlock the potential of complex mechanisms. Our world-class development teams develop prototypes for wild new concepts, do build-test-build engineering and field testing and transform successful designs into robot products. Our goal is to change your idea of what robots can do.
