Full-Time
Embedded Software Engineer
Confirmed live in the last 24 hours
Boston Dynamics AI Institute
51-200 employees
Research and development in AI and robotics
Senior, Expert
Cambridge, MA, USA
Position requires onsite presence at the new Cambridge, MA office.
- 7+ years of experience delivering robust, production-level code
- BS or MS in Computer Science, Robotics, Physics, Electrical/Mechanical/Aerospace Engineering, or a related field
- Proficient in C++17 or later
- Experience with modern software engineering practices (e.g. git, issue tracking, and CI/CD pipelines).
- Strong background in Linux-based platforms and development environments
- Excellent troubleshooting and debugging skills
- Experience implementing and debugging real-time operating systems (RTOS) with hard real-time requirements on embedded microcontrollers
- Familiarity with common communication protocols (e.g., CAN, I2C, SPI, RS-485, EtherCAT).
- Knowledge of synchronization and resource-sharing techniques for memory-constrained systems
- Comfortable using electrical engineering tools such as schematics, logic analyzers, and oscilloscopes for hardware evaluation and rework
- Experience as a technical lead, with a track record of mentoring other developers.
- Experience with robotics, control systems, kinematics, machine learning, or physics simulation
- Proficiency in data processing, logging, and visualization tools
- Familiarity with ROS, gRPC, LCM, or other inter-process communication middleware technologies
- Hands-on experience with robot sensors (IMUs, cameras, etc.).Experience programming FPGA and/or FPGA/ARM SOC systems (e.g., Zynq).
- Expertise in developing test and validation plans for system integration
- Experience with complex system failure analysis in cross-functional teams
- Familiarity with developing Linux kernel modules.
- Collaborate with research and hardware teams to design, develop, test, and maintain embedded software for various robotic applications
- Develop high-performance algorithms to enhance system efficiency and functionality
- Conduct regular code reviews to ensure code quality and reliability
- Work closely with electrical engineers to develop and integrate custom hardware into robotic systems
- Architect, design, and implement software solutions for embedded systems, ensuring high performance and reliability for robotic applications
- Work closely with multidisciplinary teams to integrate software with complex hardware components, ensuring seamless operation across robotic platforms
- Produce and maintain clear, comprehensive documentation for software design, interfaces, and system configurations to support ongoing development and future upgrades.
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 quality of life. It collaborates with a variety of clients, including academic institutions, corporations, 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 and ethical AI and robotics solutions.
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.
- Partnerships with academia and industry expand research and innovation opportunities.
- Growing interest in soft robotics supports organic hardware design initiatives.
What critics are saying
- Emerging competition from companies like Amazon threatens market share.
- Rapid technological advancements may render current models obsolete.
- Dependence on partnerships poses financial risks if partners withdraw funding.
What makes Boston Dynamics AI Institute unique
- Focus on cognitive AI and athletic AI sets it apart in robotics.
- Strong emphasis on ethics in robotics aligns with current industry trends.
- Led by Marc Raibert, leveraging his expertise in AI and robotics.
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