Multiply Labs · 2 months ago
Senior / Staff Robotics Software Engineer
Multiply Labs is a cutting-edge startup based in San Francisco, California, focused on revolutionizing the manufacturing of cell therapies through advanced robotic systems. The Senior Robotics Software Engineer will be a key technical leader responsible for developing intelligent software for automated manufacturing systems, collaborating with a world-class team to solve complex challenges that directly impact patient lives.
Industrial AutomationManufacturingPersonal HealthPharmaceuticalRobotics
Responsibilities
System Design & Architecture: Designing and implementing production-ready software for our robotic platforms, spanning from low-level hardware communication to high-level robotic logic and system behaviors
Core Algorithm Development: Implementing and optimizing sophisticated algorithms for trajectory planning, robotic interaction, motion control, and integrating data from various sensors
Simulation & Testing: Building and maintaining high-fidelity simulations for validation and contributing to our automated test suites (CI/CD) to ensure software robustness
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Working closely with mechanical and system software teams to integrate and troubleshoot complex, system-level robotics challenges
Mentorship & Best Practices: Mentoring other engineers and championing software best practices to elevate the entire team
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Robotics, Engineering, or a related discipline
5+ years of professional experience developing software for robotic or complex electromechanical systems
Expertise in Python and a strong command of software engineering fundamentals (e.g., version control with Git, automated testing, CI/CD)
Deep understanding of robotics principles, including kinematics, dynamics, motion planning, and control theory
Experience leading cross-functional projects and a demonstrated ability to deliver on technical roadmaps
Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills, with comfort in a fast-paced startup environment
Preferred
Hands-on experience with robotics simulation environments (e.g., Isaac Sim, Gazebo, PyBullet)
Familiarity with machine learning frameworks (e.g., PyTorch, TensorFlow) and their application to robotics (e.g., computer vision, imitation learning)
Experience working in a regulated industry (e.g., GxP, ISO standards)
Benefits
401K with 4% company match
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Partial Health Insurance for Child Dependents
HSA or FSA
Twice weekly catered lunch (for team members in SF office)
Pre-tax Commuter Benefit
10 Paid Holidays
Flexible PTO
Paid Parental Leave
Company
Multiply Labs
Multiply Labs deploys advanced robotics technology to manufacture personalized pharmaceutical capsules.
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Early StageTotal Funding
$22.7MKey Investors
Casdin CapitalP101Y Combinator
2021-04-14Series A· $20M
2017-05-02Seed· $2.7M
2016-10-04Seed
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