Full-Time

R&D Software Engineer

Confirmed live in the last 24 hours

Simbe Robotics

11-50 employees

AI-driven autonomous retail inventory management

Robotics & Automation

Consumer Goods

Junior, Mid

San Bruno, CA, USA

Required Skills

Bash

Python

Git

Data Structures & Algorithms

Docker

SCRUM

Computer Vision

Linux/Unix

Requirements

BS, MS, or PhD in Computer Science or related field highly recommended but not required
Extremely adept in C++ and Python programming
Extensive experience with the Robot Operating System (ROS), preferably both ROS1 and ROS2 though one or the other is sufficient.
Experience with the ROS navigation stack
Experience writing ROS nodes including drivers for new hardware
Experience working with Ubuntu or other Debian-based Linux distributions
Experience working ROS-based robots such as TurtleBot
Experience working with LIDAR and/or RGBD (e.g. Intel Realsense) sensors
Deep understanding of robotics, machine learning, and/or computer vision algorithms recommended but not required
Comfortable reviewing the literature on state-of-the-art robotics and ML algorithms applicable to our problems
Ability to evaluate third-party ROS packages for integration into our stack
Well-versed in source control systems, particularly Git
Proficient in shell scripting, preferably with Bash and Python
Familiarity working with Docker containers recommended
Familiarity with modern software development methodologies (e.g. continuous integration/deployment, scrum, automated regression testing)

Responsibilities

Evaluating third-party ROS packages for integration into our stack
Working on new localization and SLAM algorithms
Making our robots better aware of humans by implementing HRI-friendly behaviors to get out of their way
Enhancing robot perception with better awareness of non-static (moving) obstacles
Developing new algorithms for smoother, more efficient, and more accurate navigation
Testing and integrating new hardware components including new sensors that will go into the next generation of Tally
Assist in finishing our migration from ROS1 to ROS2
Help in creating new hardware and software products from Simbe.

In this role, you will be working with both our robot software engineering and R&D teams on the software stack that drives the autonomy of our Tally(TM) robots. In this exciting role, you will be working on the cutting edge to improve and expand the capabilities of our robot fleet. You will also be working with our R&D team on both defining and implementing the next generation of Tally robots.

Responsibilities

Evaluating third-party ROS packages for integration into our stack
Working on new localization and SLAM algorithms
Making our robots better aware of humans by implementing HRI-friendly behaviors to get out of their way
Enhancing robot perception with better awareness of non-static (moving) obstacles
Developing new algorithms for smoother, more efficient, and more accurate navigation
Testing and integrating new hardware components including new sensors that will go into the next generation of Tally
Assist in finishing our migration from ROS1 to ROS2
Help in creating new hardware and software products from Simbe.

Required Qualifications

BS, MS, or PhD in Computer Science or related field highly recommended but not required
Extremely adept in C++ and Python programming
Extensive experience with the Robot Operating System (ROS), preferably both ROS1 and ROS2 though one or the other is sufficient.
Experience with the ROS navigation stack
Experience writing ROS nodes including drivers for new hardware
Experience working with Ubuntu or other Debian-based Linux distributions
Experience working ROS-based robots such as TurtleBot
Experience working with LIDAR and/or RGBD (e.g. Intel Realsense) sensors
Deep understanding of robotics, machine learning, and/or computer vision algorithms recommended but not required
Comfortable reviewing the literature on state-of-the-art robotics and ML algorithms applicable to our problems
Ability to evaluate third-party ROS packages for integration into our stack
Well-versed in source control systems, particularly Git
Proficient in shell scripting, preferably with Bash and Python
Familiarity working with Docker containers recommended
Familiarity with modern software development methodologies (e.g. continuous integration/deployment, scrum, automated regression testing)

Simbe Robotics

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Simbe Robotics specializes in Store Intelligence™ solutions, employing their autonomous robot, Tally, to offer groundbreaking real-time insights into inventory management. With a focus on optimizing retail operations through advanced AI and computer vision technologies, this company is a leader in enhancing the shopping experience and improving operational efficiency in the retail industry. Working here offers the opportunity to be at the forefront of retail technology, contributing to a global deployment that prioritizes precision and innovation.

Company Stage

Series B

Total Funding

$54M

Headquarters

South San Francisco, California

Founded

2014

Growth & Insights

Headcount

6 month growth

↑ 11%

1 year growth

↑ 25%

2 year growth

↑ 8%