Full-Time

Lead Robotics Software Engineer

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Dapster

Dapster

1-10 employees

Develops mobile robots for warehouse automation

Robotics & Automation
Industrial & Manufacturing

Senior

Palo Alto, CA, USA

Hybrid workplace with a development lab in Palo Alto, CA; roles requiring interaction with physical robots entail more in-office work.

Category
Robotics and Automation Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Software Engineering
Required Skills
Python
C/C++
OpenCV
Linux/Unix
Requirements
  • Excellent C/C++ and Python programming skills in a Linux environment.
  • Deep understanding of motion planning and navigation algorithms and libraries like MoveIt! and nav_stack.
  • Familiarity with OpenCV or similar computer vision libraries.
  • A strong academic and work record (e.g. BS EE/ME/Robotics with 5+ years of experience or MS EE/ME/Robotics with 3+ years of experience) or commensurate work experience.
Responsibilities
  • Broad ownership of development and refinement of key Dapster robot functionality.

Dapster.ai creates mobile case-picking robots for warehouse operations that can be integrated into existing setups without modifications. These robots automate the picking process, significantly increasing productivity and reducing labor costs, often providing a quick return on investment. Targeting retail, e-commerce, and logistics sectors, Dapster generates revenue through sales and leasing of its systems, along with maintenance services. A key feature is their ability to handle mixed-product pallets without damage, enhancing operational efficiency.

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Palo Alto, California

Founded

2020

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

75%

1 year growth

133%

2 year growth

133%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Dapster's robots significantly enhance worker productivity, leading to substantial labor cost savings.
  • The company's focus on seamless integration into existing warehouse environments makes it a cost-effective solution for businesses.
  • Dapster's robots are versatile, handling various tasks including sequencing for store-ready and aisle-ready deliveries, which adds value to retail and e-commerce sectors.

What critics are saying

  • The warehouse automation market is highly competitive, requiring Dapster to continuously innovate to maintain its edge.
  • Dependence on the retail, e-commerce, and logistics sectors makes Dapster vulnerable to economic downturns in these industries.

What makes Dapster unique

  • Dapster's 'brownfield friendly' robots can be integrated into existing warehouse setups without requiring physical changes, unlike many competitors.
  • The ability to maintain the structural integrity of 'rainbow pallets' sets Dapster apart by reducing product damage during the picking process.
  • Dapster's robots offer a tenfold increase in worker productivity, providing a quick return on investment often noticeable by the end of the first operational shift.

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