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Pittsburgh Robotics Network · 2 months ago

Motion Planning Software Engineer

positionPITTSBURGH, PA, USA
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityMid, Senior Level
date2+ years exp

Onward Robotics is a company that delivers innovative automation technology to enhance fulfillment operations. They are seeking a Motion Planning Software Engineer to design and implement motion planning software for their autonomous robotics product line, working in an Agile environment to improve efficiency and reliability.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)AssociationNon ProfitRobotics

Responsibilities

Participate in an Agile development environment
Design, implement, and maintain motion & path planning software of autonomous robots
Participate in requirements-driven, object-oriented software design
Implement software on real-world hardware and embedded systems

Qualification

Modern C++ programmingMotion planning algorithmsLinux systemsSource code managementNon-linear optimizationLinear algebraCalculusAgile developmentTheoretical controlsInterfacing with actuatorsCommunication skillsTeam player

Required

Modern C++ programming fluency and design patterns
Experience working with physical robots and the flow of information through its primary sub-systems
Experience with source code management systems (e.g. git) and performing detailed code reviews
Experience with Linux systems
2-3 years of work experience creating custom motion planning algorithms for autonomous mobile robots
Experience with non-linear optimization theory
Strong linear algebra and calculus knowledge
Bachelor's Degree in Robotics, Mechanical/Aerospace Engineering, Electrical/Computer Engineering, or Computer Science

Preferred

5+ years of work experience creating custom motion planning algorithms for autonomous mobile robots
Knowledge in theoretical controls
Experience interfacing with actuators and real world hardware systems
Master's Degree in Robotics, Mechanical/Aerospace Engineering, Electrical/Computer Engineering, or Computer Science

Company

Pittsburgh Robotics Network

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An organization dedicated to the growth and promotion of Pittsburgh's robotics companies and research institutions
dateFounded in 2018
location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA
people-size2-10 employees
web-link
https://robopgh.org/

Funding

Current Stage
Early Stage
Total Funding
$0.75M
Key Investors
Appalachian Regional Commission
2024-10-16Grant· $0.75M

Leadership Team

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Ryan O'Shea
Communications and Engagement Manager
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