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Onward Robotics · 2 days ago

Motion Planning Software Engineer

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

Onward Robotics is a company focused on revolutionizing fulfillment through innovative automation technology. They are seeking a Motion Planning Software Engineer to design and implement motion planning software for autonomous robotics, working in an Agile environment to enhance product efficiency and reliability.

Industrial AutomationMobileRobotics

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 algorithmsNon-linear optimizationLinux systemsSource code managementLinear algebra knowledgeCalculus knowledgeTeam playerCommunication skillsFlexibilityAdaptability

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

Onward Robotics

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Onward Robotics delivers automation technology that coordinates humans and robots as a cohesive system to revolutionize fulfillment.
dateFounded in 2012
location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA
people-size51-200 employees
web-link
http://www.onwardrobotics.com

Funding

Current Stage
Growth Stage
Total Funding
$20.95M
Key Investors
KCKFusion Fund
2018-11-15Series Unknown· $20M
2017-10-17Series Unknown· $0.5M
2016-04-12Debt Financing· $0.45M

Leadership Team

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Lance VandenBrook
President & CEO
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Jay Link
Chief Operating Officer (COO)
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