Advanced Software Engineer- Robotics Controls

Company: Symbotic
Location: Arlington
Posted on: May 22, 2023

Job Description:

Who We Are
Our work matters - robotics is transforming the world of commerce. Every day our intelligent robots are responsible for getting food and merchandise to thousands of stores across North America. We're an industry changer - we created the first and only fully autonomous, end-to-end supply chain solution. Today, we are driving towards even bigger ideas - and we have the people, technology and leadership to fully realize these aspirations. We have theexcitement and ambition of a startup with the benefits and resources of a proven organization.
What You'll Do
As an Advanced Software Engineer, you will be working with the Controls team to design, develop and implement the control strategies for our robots and other automation equipment.
In This Role

• Design, develop, and implement control strategies for robots and other automation equipment
• Assist with modeling and analysis of electromechanical systems.
• Assist in researching outside sources, evaluate and validate electrical drives, motors, and controllers from outside suppliers; write technical specifications for components
• Support system testing of systems and subsystems
• Provide technical support for manufacturing as needed
• Integrate and configure electromechanical components for new robot designs
• Troubleshoot system problems in production or design by investigating issues related to product performance or production difficulties
• Evaluate and process engineering change requests
  What You'll Need
  
  • 5+ years of professional experience designing and developing software applications
  • Experience with software implementation of one or more: motion control, including open- and closed-loop feedback systems, motors and encoders, stepper motors, and servos
  • Experience with general-purpose programming environments, languages and scripting systems, data analysis packages: Linux, C++, Python, Matlab
  • Applicants must have the ability to work permanently in the United States without sponsorship
  • Good written and verbal communication skills with the ability to explain/teach technical concepts to others
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    About Symbotic
    Symbotic is an automation technology leader reimagining the supply chain with its end-to-end, AI-powered robotic and software platform. Symbotic reinvents the warehouse as a strategic asset for the world's largest retail, wholesale, and food & beverage companies. Applying next-gen technology, high-density storage and machine learning to solve today's complex distribution challenges, Symbotic enables companies to move goods with unmatched speed, agility, accuracy and efficiency. As the backbone of commerce the Symbotic platform transforms the flow of goods and the economics of supply chain for its customers. For more information, visit www.symbotic.com .
    We are a community of innovators, collaborators and pioneers who embrace our differences, because we know unique perspectives make us stronger and smarter. Every perspective matters. We depend on the collective voices of our employees, customers and community to help guide us as we build a better place to work - for you and the world. That's why we're proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
    We do not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or genetic information.

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