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Full-Time

Senior Robotics Software Engineer

Posted on 5/17/2024

Relativity Space

Relativity Space

1,001-5,000 employees

Produces and launches 3D printed rockets

Industrial & Manufacturing
Aerospace

Compensation Overview

$157k - $200kAnnually

+ Equity

Senior

Long Beach, CA, USA

Category
Robotics and Automation Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Software Engineering
Required Skills
Rust
CUDA
OpenGL
Computer Vision
Requirements
  • BS or MS in Computer Science, Robotics, Engineering, or a related field
  • Experience with NVIDIA Omniverse, Isaac Sim, and familiarity with OpenUSD
  • Skills in generating and utilizing synthetic data to train robot motion and AI models
  • 5+ years experience developing large C++ and/or Rust projects
  • Experience developing high-performance 3D graphics software for simulated environments
  • Experience with geometry libraries such as CGAL, computer vision libraries such as OpenCV
  • Demonstrated ability to process point clouds, 3D meshes and NURBs
  • Ability to develop hardware-accelerated software using fragment and vertex shaders in OpenGL, CUDA, or similar
  • Project leadership experience
Responsibilities
  • Lead the development and optimization of simulation environments for robotics applications
  • Create sophisticated digital twins using technology like NVIDIA Omniverse and Isaac Sim
  • Develop hardware-accelerated software using fragment and vertex shaders in OpenGL, CUDA, or similar
  • Manage timelines and collaborate across departments to integrate simulation technologies into business processes

Relativity Space focuses on producing and launching 3D printed reusable rockets, catering to the growing demand for space infrastructure. Their main product, the Terran R, is designed to launch various payloads into space, including satellites and future manned missions. The rockets are made using advanced 3D printing techniques, which simplify the manufacturing process, lower costs, and reduce production time. This approach allows Relativity Space to offer a competitive alternative in the aerospace market. Unlike traditional rocket manufacturers, their emphasis on reusability and innovative designs sets them apart. The company's goal is to provide efficient and cost-effective launch services, as demonstrated by their successful launch of Terran 1, the largest 3D printed object, into space.

Company Stage

Series F

Total Funding

$2.4B

Headquarters

Long Beach, California

Founded

2016

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

9%

1 year growth

21%

2 year growth

27%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Winning an $8.7 million U.S. Air Force contract for additive manufacturing research underscores Relativity Space's technological prowess and potential for further innovation.
  • Securing a multiyear launch contract with Intelsat highlights the company's growing credibility and market acceptance.
  • The $267 million expansion at Stennis Space Center, creating 630 jobs, indicates robust growth and significant investment in infrastructure.

What critics are saying

  • The abandonment of the Terran 1 vehicle after a single test flight raises concerns about the reliability and scalability of Relativity Space's technology.
  • Competition from other companies, including those launching methane-fueled rockets, could impact market share and growth prospects.

What makes Relativity Space unique

  • Relativity Space leverages advanced 3D printing technology to produce rockets, significantly reducing production complexity and costs compared to traditional manufacturing methods.
  • The company's focus on reusable rockets, particularly the Terran R, positions it as a cost-effective and sustainable alternative in the commercial space economy.
  • Relativity Space's successful launch of Terran 1, the world's largest 3D printed object, demonstrates its pioneering capabilities in aerospace manufacturing.

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Benefits

Health, dental & vision coverage

Wellness stipend

401(k)

Equity

11 company holidays

Generous PTO policy

Monthly lunches, game nights, & offsite events

Parental leave

Annual learning stipend

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