Apptronik is building robots for the real world to improve human quality of life and to help solve the ever-increasing labor shortage problem. Our team has been building some of the most advanced robots on the planet for years, dating back to the DARPA Robotics Challenge. We apply our expertise across the full robotics stack to some of the most important and impactful problems our society faces, and expect our products and technology to change the world for the better. We value passion, creativity, and collaboration to help us overcome existing technological barriers in the industry to create truly innovative products.

You will join a team developingstate-of-the-art general-purpose robots designed to operate in human spaces and with human tools. It is designed to work alongside humans, mobilize to human spaces, and manipulate the world around it.

Apptronik is a pioneering company specializing in advanced robotics and automation solutions. We are seeking a talented Platform Software Engineer to join our team in Austin, TX. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology platforms that power our next-generation robotic systems.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES or KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

Design, develop, and maintain scalable and reliable platform software solutions that support the deployment and operation of robotic systems.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define architecture, requirements, and integration points for platform components.
Implement robust APIs, services, and frameworks to facilitate seamless communication between hardware and software components.
Lead efforts in optimizing performance, scalability, and reliability of platform software in constrained computer environments.
Drive best practices in software engineering, including code reviews, testing, and documentation.
Troubleshoot and debug complex issues in production environments, ensuring rapid resolution and minimal downtime.
Mentor junior engineers, promote knowledge sharing, and contribute to the continuous improvement of engineering practices.

SKILLS AND REQUIREMENTS:

Proficiency in these programming languages: Python, C, and C++.
Experience with container orchestration technologies (Kubernetes, Docker).
Strong understanding of distributed systems, microservices architecture, and API design principles.
Familiarity with DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, and infrastructure-as-code tools (e.g., Terraform, Ansible).
Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
Proven track record of delivering complex, high-quality software systems in a production environment.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Engineering, or related field; Master’s degree in computer science or equivalent preferred.
6+ years of experience in software engineering, with a focus on developing platform-level software systems.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times
Vision to read printed materials and a computer screen
Hearing and speech to communicate

Perks:

Competitive salary w/ benefits
Highly motivating equity incentive package
Flexible work hours policy
Professional development opportunities
Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
401k plan

*This is a direct hire. Please, no outside Agency solicitations.

Apptronik provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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