Full-Time
Senior Devops Engineer
Posted on 11/12/2024
Boston Dynamics AI Institute
51-200 employees
Research and development in AI and robotics
No salary listed
Senior
Cambridge, MA, USA
Position requires onsite presence in Cambridge, MA.
- BS/MS in computer science, robotics, or a related field
- 5+ years of DevOps experience
- Strong Linux background (kernel, system administration, networking)
- Proficient knowledge of configuration management tools (e.g., Puppet, Ansible, Chef, etc)
- Proficient knowledge of CI/CD tools (e.g., Jenkins, ArgoCD, Github Actions, etc)
- Proficient knowledge of virtualization and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes, etc)
- Proficient scripting skills (Unix Shell and Python)
- Proficient knowledge of version control systems (Git, GitHub/GitLab/Bitbucket, etc)
- Proficient knowledge of build toolchains (CMake, Colcon, Bazel, etc)
- Experience with Scrum/Kanban project management systems like Jira
- Excellent troubleshooting, interpersonal, and technical communication skills
- Willingness and ability to collaborate in a cross-functional team
- Work collaboratively with research scientists and software engineers on software development for a range of different robotic platforms, both on premesis and in the cloud
- Develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines using ArgoCD and Github Actions
- Automate and improve our software build, test and deployment processes
- Develop and maintain our container orchestration systems using Docker and Kubernetes
- Build monitoring and alerting systems for our infrastructure, Prometheus, ELK / Grafana
- Maintain and administer our data stores and databases, such as Mongo, Redis, and Weka FS
- Maintain our artifact management systems such as Artifactory and Github Container Registry
- Maintain and scale our clusters using custom Kubernetes CRDs and controllers
- Experience designing and implementing RESTful APIs / hosting local SaaS applications at scale
The Boston Dynamics AI Institute focuses on solving key challenges in artificial intelligence and robotics. It operates in Cambridge, MA, and Zurich, Switzerland, and emphasizes four main areas: cognitive AI, athletic AI, organic hardware design, and ethics in robotics. The Institute, led by Marc Raibert, aims to create technologies that boost productivity, enhance safety for humans, assist individuals with disabilities, and improve overall quality of life. It collaborates with academic institutions, corporate partners, and government agencies through research projects, grants, and technology licensing. This collaborative approach allows the Institute to generate revenue while advancing its mission to develop practical applications of AI and robotics.
Company Size
51-200
Company Stage
Growth Equity (Non-Venture Capital)
Total Funding
$400M
Headquarters
Cambridge, Massachusetts
Founded
2022
Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Theia vision model enhances robot learning and interaction with environments.
- Partnership with Hyundai boosts resources and collaborative opportunities.
- Advancements in AI ethics frameworks support responsible technology deployment.
What critics are saying
- Competitors like Amazon may outpace the Institute's innovations.
- Public scrutiny on AI ethics could slow project timelines.
- Reliance on partnerships may be risky if strategic focuses shift.
What makes Boston Dynamics AI Institute unique
- Focus on cognitive AI and athletic AI sets it apart from competitors.
- Strong emphasis on ethics in robotics ensures responsible AI development.
- Led by Marc Raibert, leveraging his expertise in robotics innovation.
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