Full-Time

Software Engineering Project Manager

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Pickle Robot

Pickle Robot

51-200 employees

Develops robots for warehouse unloading tasks

Robotics & Automation
AI & Machine Learning

Senior

Cambridge, MA, USA

Candidate must be willing to work from the Cambridge, MA office at least 3 times a week.

Category
Project Management
Software Engineering
Business & Strategy
Required Skills
Agile
SCRUM
Data Analysis

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Degree
Experience
Requirements
  • 5+ years of experience in project management, preferably in a software development or technology-related field.
  • A bachelor’s or master’s degree in Computer Science or other related discipline.
  • Proven track record of successfully managing complex projects using Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban).
  • Strong understanding of software development lifecycle and best practices.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with team members and stakeholders.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Willing and able to work from our Cambridge, MA office at least 3x per week.
Responsibilities
  • Facilitate daily stand-ups, sprint planning, and retrospective meetings to ensure efficient project execution.
  • Track team velocity and identify potential bottlenecks or risks.
  • Monitor project progress and adjust plans as needed to meet deadlines and objectives.
  • Work with product managers and engineers to define and prioritize product features.
  • Create detailed project plans, including timelines, resource allocation, and risk assessments.
  • Foster a collaborative and productive work environment within the software development team.
  • Resolve conflicts and facilitate effective communication between team members.
  • Provide guidance and support to team members to help them achieve their goals.
  • Generate regular project status reports, including key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics.
  • Analyze project data to identify trends and opportunities for improvement.
  • Present project updates to stakeholders, including executive leadership and customers.

Pickle Robot develops robots that help with unloading tasks in warehouse loading docks. Their robots are designed to assist logistics and e-commerce companies by safely and efficiently unloading trucks and containers. These robots work alongside human workers, which helps to lessen the physical strain of manual unloading and boosts productivity. Pickle Robot generates revenue by selling and leasing their robotic units, providing maintenance services, and potentially offering software licensing. Their focus on collaboration between robots and humans sets them apart from competitors in the robotics and automation market.

Company Stage

Series B

Total Funding

$99.7M

Headquarters

Cambridge, Massachusetts

Founded

2018

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

-1%

1 year growth

0%

2 year growth

-5%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Raised $50 million in Series B funding to accelerate feature development and market expansion.
  • Strategic partnerships, like with Yusen Logistics, enhance operational efficiency and safety.
  • Growing demand for automation in logistics due to labor shortages and rising costs.

What critics are saying

  • Increased competition from established robotics companies could pressure market share and pricing.
  • Rapid technological advancements require continuous R&D investment, straining financial resources.
  • Potential deployment delays due to supply chain constraints could impact revenue growth.

What makes Pickle Robot unique

  • Pickle Robot offers low-cost, collaborative robots for e-commerce supply chain automation.
  • Their robots work multiple shifts, enhancing productivity in logistics and e-commerce sectors.
  • Pickle Robot's technology reduces physical strain, improving safety and efficiency in warehouses.

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