Full-Time

Senior Software Engineer

Teleoperation Controls

Posted on 7/29/2024

Apptronik

Apptronik

51-200 employees

Develops human-centered robotic products and services

Robotics & Automation
Industrial & Manufacturing

Senior

Austin, TX, USA

Category
Embedded Engineering
Software QA & Testing
Software Engineering
Required Skills
Git
Data Structures & Algorithms
C/C++
Linux/Unix
Unity
Requirements
  • MS or PhD degree (or equivalent) in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Robotics, or related field
  • Proven industry experience implementing high-performance teleoperation controls for bimanual systems (2 years, or 0 with directly relevant PhD)
  • Proven experience implementing dexterous teleoperation on a bimanual manipulation platform (humanoid preferred)
  • Strong theoretical understanding of whole-body planning, control, and estimation for a humanoid robot
  • Solid practical understanding of networking and communication concepts such as latency and dropout and their effect on teleoperation quality
  • Familiarity with Unity, SteamVR, and other software tools used for robotic teleoperation
  • Proficient in modern C++, C-Sharp, and object-oriented programming in a Linux development environment, with prior demonstrated ability to:
  • Translate complex theoretical concepts and algorithms into practical, efficient, and bug-free software implementations
  • Perform on a fast-paced software development team using standard CI tools like Git while following rigorous documentation and testing standards
  • Strong technical communication skills
Responsibilities
  • Deliver high performance teleoperation software and controls infrastructure for a humanoid robot
  • Develop motion planning, controls, and estimation algorithms to perform both dexterous and whole-body behaviors provided inputs from a human pilot
  • Collaborate with front-end interface designers to provide execution that is intuitive, smooth, and high bandwidth
  • Rapidly prototype and test new paradigms for teleoperation of humanoid robots
  • Implement rigorous unit and integration testing of teleoperation system for performance and safety
  • Maintain comprehensive and accurate architecture and design documentation
  • Deliver reliable software through code reviews, continuous integration, and automated testing
  • Represent and lead with Apptronik's core values: CHIPC - Curiosity, Humility, Integrity, Passion, Creativity

Apptronik develops human-centered robotic products and services designed to integrate seamlessly into human environments. Their robots aim to enhance productivity, safety, and quality of life for users. The company has created advanced legged robots, such as the Valkyrie humanoid robot, and focuses on making robots lighter, safer, and more efficient through their mechatronic and control software. Apptronik serves a variety of clients, including hobbyists, researchers, and industries, by selling robotic products, components, and offering engineering services tailored to their needs. The company's goal is to create robots that can work alongside humans, making everyday tasks easier and safer, which distinguishes them from competitors who may not prioritize user-friendliness in their designs.

Company Stage

Seed

Total Funding

$14.4M

Headquarters

Austin, Texas

Founded

2015

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

1%

1 year growth

-4%

2 year growth

-6%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Increased demand for collaborative robots in manufacturing and logistics sectors.
  • Growing interest in AI-powered robotics solutions boosts Apptronik's market potential.
  • Apptronik's Apollo robot is being trialed in automotive manufacturing and logistics.

What critics are saying

  • Increased competition from established robotics companies like Boston Dynamics.
  • Potential over-reliance on partnerships with tech giants like Google.
  • Challenges in scaling production and deployment of humanoid robots in real-world environments.

What makes Apptronik unique

  • Apptronik focuses on human-centered robots that integrate seamlessly into human environments.
  • The company has developed Apollo, the world's most advanced humanoid robot.
  • Apptronik's partnership with Google DeepMind enhances its AI capabilities in robotics.

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Benefits

Flexible Work Hours

Unlimited Paid Time Off

401(k) Retirement Plan

Company Equity

INACTIVE