Robotics Software Engineer

3 weeks ago


Reston, Virginia, United States Digital Prospectors Full time
Job Title: Robotics Engineer - Software Focus

Job Summary:

We are seeking a talented Robotics Engineer to join our dynamic team. As a Robotics Engineer, you will play a crucial role in enhancing the performance and efficiency of ROS2-based small robotics autonomy, planning, and perception software stacks. You will be responsible for improving the interactions between low-level operating systems and both software and hardware components. Additionally, you will validate your improvements through real-world flight tests on fielded robotic systems.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Analyze and optimize the CPU load of the overall system, individual nodes, and DDS configurations to enhance system performance.
  • Conduct in-depth analysis of ROS2 architecture design and interactions with operating systems and hardware.
  • Work on integrating and optimizing autonomy software on Ubuntu-based systems, ensuring efficient operation and reliability.
  • Validate software improvements through real-world flight tests on fielded robotic systems to ensure performance and reliability.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address technical challenges and drive continuous improvement.

Requirements:

  • Master's degree or Ph.D. in Robotics Engineering, Computer Science, or a relevant field.
  • Strong experience with ROS2 architecture and performance optimization.
  • Strong programming proficiency with C++ and Python.
  • Experience with integrating hardware and software on Ubuntu-based systems.
  • Familiarity with Docker Containers for software virtualization.
  • Experience with Airsim and off-the-shelf flight controllers like Ardupilot is a plus.
  • Familiarity with GPU programming or other multi-threaded applications is a plus.
  • Candidates must be a United States Citizen.

What We Offer:

  • Work as our full-time employee with full benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD, LTD, PTO, etc.) - OR - work as a W2 hourly contractor at a higher pay rate if you don't need the benefit package.

About Us:

Digital Prospectors is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Digital Prospectors affirms the right of all individuals to equal opportunity and prohibits any form of discrimination or harassment.



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