Agility Robotics · 5 hours ago
Staff Software Engineer, Hardware Interface
Salem, OR
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
5+ years expAgility Robotics is a pioneer in developing robots designed to work alongside people. In this role, you will be responsible for developing low-level software for humanoid robots, ensuring system robustness, diagnostics, and safety while collaborating with cross-functional teams.
Industrial EngineeringMechanical EngineeringRobotics
Responsibilities
Contribute to the C++ software stack that powers our robots, interfacing with OS drivers and hardware to enable high-bandwidth, low-latency control
Work with cross-disciplinary teams to solve complex problems dealing with the integration of software and hardware
Debug complex cross-domain problems and integrate learned failure modes into improved diagnostics and error reporting
Integrate diverse computing systems through a variety of communication media: such as Wifi, networking, serial, industrial fieldbus
Write performant, well-tested, maintainable, and well-documented C++ software
Qualification
Required
MS in robotics, computer science, or related field with 2-3 years industry experience (or BS with 5+ years industry experience)
Skilled at writing modern C++ (17, 20)
Knowledge of best practices for writing performant and maintainable software
Proficient in using and programming for recent Linux systems
Experience writing and debugging software for hardware-in-the-loop systems
Experience debugging cross-domain (i.e. electrical, mechanical and software) problems with electro-mechanical systems
Ability to communicate technical information effectively both orally and in writing with other team members
Authorization to work in the USA
Preferred
Experience with implementation of automation fieldbuses such as EtherCAT, CAN, Profinet, etc. EtherCAT is highly desirable
Experience developing real-time or low-latency systems
Experience writing C++ code for embedded systems
Experience with electronic circuit debugging tools (e.g. multimeters, oscilloscopes, logic analyzers)
Knowledge of brushless electric motors and motor control
Knowledge of networking protocols and network configuration in a Linux environment (i.e. systemd / networkd)
Experience with Python 3.6+
Familiarity with standard agile and software development processes (issue tracking tools (Jira), feature branching, version control (Git), continuous integration and deployment)
Benefits
401(k) Plan: Includes a 6% company match.
Equity: Company stock options.
Insurance Coverage: 100% company-paid medical, dental, vision, and short/long-term disability insurance for employees.
Benefit Start Date: Eligible for benefits on your first day of employment.
Well-Being Support: Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Time Off:
+ Exempt Employees: Flexible, unlimited PTO and 10 company holidays, including a winter shutdown.
+ Non-Exempt Employees: 10 vacation days, paid sick leave, and 10 company holidays, including a winter shutdown, annually.
On-Site Perks: Catered lunches four times a week and a variety of healthy snacks and refreshments at our Salem and Pittsburgh locations.
Parental Leave: Generous paid parental leave programs.
Work Environment: A culture that supports flexible work arrangements.
Growth Opportunities: Professional development and tuition reimbursement programs.
Relocation Assistance: Provided for eligible roles.
Company
Agility Robotics
Agility Robotics builds an efficient, agile, and robust legged platforms for real world applications.
201-500 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$178.79MKey Investors
NVenturesSchaeffler GroupPlayground Global
2025-09-10Series C
2024-11-13Corporate Round
2022-04-22Series B· $150M
Leadership Team
Peggy Johnson
Chief Executive Officer
Jonathan Hurst
Co-Founder and Chief Robot Officer
Recent News
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