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Pickle Robot Company · 1 month ago

Software Engineering Manager, Motion Planning

positionBoston, MA
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
senioritySenior Level
money$155K/yr - $180K/yr
date5+ years exp

Pickle Robot Company is a fast-growing, VC-backed robotics company focused on automating the unloading process of trucks using AI and robotics. They are seeking a seasoned Software Engineering Manager, Motion Planning to lead and expand their motion planning team, overseeing the development of algorithms for robotic arms to manipulate packages efficiently.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)Industrial ManufacturingRobotics
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Responsibilities

Mentor, manage, and grow a team of motion planning software engineers
Foster technical and professional development through code reviews, coaching, and regular 1:1s
Set high-level vision and provide technical leadership for the motion planning team
Work with product management and engineering leadership to align engineering direction with product roadmap
Ensure robust, safe, and high-performing behaviors both in simulation and on real robots
Participate in design reviews, algorithm development, and deep-dive troubleshooting of critical issues
Own the team’s output and ensure the team’s success as the company grows

Qualification

Robotics software developmentMotion planning techniquesC++PythonROSSimulation toolsCuriosityMentoringCommunicationCross-functional collaborationAdaptability

Required

5 years of experience in robotics software development, with at least two years in a people management role
Proficient in C++ and Python, with experience using ROS or other robotic frameworks
Excellent mentor and communicator, adept at cross-functional collaboration
Adaptable, curious, and eager to stay ahead of robotics research
Passionate about leading real-world robotics innovation
Willing and able to work from our Charlestown, MA office at least three times per week

Preferred

Knowledge of motion planning and controls techniques for robotic manipulators and AMRs (e.g. RRT, MPC, trajectory optimization) is a plus
Familiarity with simulation tools (Gazebo, Isaac Sim, etc.) strongly preferred

Benefits

Health, dental, & vision insurance
Unlimited vacation
All federal and state holidays
401K contributions of 5% your salary
Travel supplies
Other items to make your working life more fun, comfortable, and productive

Company

Pickle Robot Company

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We believe the best working experience is one where machines do the heavy lifting and people do the problem solving.
dateFounded in 2018
location
Cambridge, Massachusetts, USA
people-size51-200 employees
web-link
https://www.picklerobot.com

H1B Sponsorship

Pickle Robot Company has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (12)
2024 (3)
2023 (1)
2022 (4)

Funding

Current Stage
Growth Stage
Total Funding
$102.45M
Key Investors
RanpakHyperplane
2024-11-11Series B· $50M
2024-05-03Series B· $15M
2022-11-15Series A· $26M

Leadership Team

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Andrew Meyer
CEO
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Dan Paluska
Co-founder, VP of Robotics
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Recent News

Boston Globe
Training a robot to replace you? Local startup Tutor Intelligence says it could happen.
2025-12-24
TechCrunch
Pickle Robot adds Tesla veteran as first CFO
2025-12-19
Tech Xplore
UPS buys hundreds of robots to unload trucks in automation push
2025-12-17
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