Software Engineer, Robotics jobs in United States
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Cobot · 15 hours ago

Software Engineer, Robotics

positionSanta Clara, CA
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityNew Grad, Entry Level
money$160K/yr - $170K/yr

Cobot is a rapidly growing startup focused on developing cutting-edge algorithms for autonomous robots. They are seeking a Robotics Software Engineer to enhance their software stack and drive the design and implementation of next-generation robotic capabilities.

Information TechnologyMachinery ManufacturingRobotics
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Responsibilities

Develop on-robot algorithms for autonomous mobile robot behaviors
Push the envelope on what current state of the art sensors can do through advanced algorithm development
Implement, debug, test and maintain on-robot software and cloud software
Root cause software failures and bugs and use learnings to improve process and testing
Write software across the full-stack on-robot to enable new capabilities
Create reliable robotic system performance through robust algorithm development, success measurement, and recovery actions

Qualification

PythonC++ROS2Autonomy systemsObstacle detectionSLAMMappingPlanningSensor integrationDockerCommunicationTeam-oriented attitudeFast-paced environment

Required

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related field
Participation in at least one relevant robotics internship or university project
Skilled in Python or C++
Excellent communication skills and a highly motivated, team-oriented attitude
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative, and dynamic start-up environment
Must have and maintain US work authorization
Must be willing and able to start work in February 2026

Preferred

Advanced degree (Master's or PhD) in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Electrical Engineering or similar field
Experience working on autonomy systems
Familiarity with ROS2
Proficiency in C++
Experience with obstacle detection, SLAM, mapping, planning, or sensor integration
Familiarity with Docker and containerization technologies

Benefits

Equity
Comprehensive benefits

Company

Cobot

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We're building a new kind of robotics company. One without egos. Driven by empathy. With collaboration at its core.
dateFounded in 2022
location
Santa Clara, California, USA
people-size51-200 employees
web-link
https://co.bot

Funding

Current Stage
Growth Stage
Total Funding
$140M
Key Investors
General CatalystSequoia CapitalNeo
2024-04-10Series B· $100M
2023-07-26Series A· $30M
2022-06-14Seed· $10M

Leadership Team

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Brad Porter
Founder and CEO
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