Robotics Software Engineer V

Pinnacle Group - Redmond, WA

Full-time - Mid Level

Redmond, WA

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About the position

The Robotics Software Engineer V position is a 12-month contract role focused on hardware integration and automation projects. The ideal candidate will work on consumer electronics and lab test equipment, developing scalable software systems for data collection and hardware automation. Strong programming skills in C++ and Python, along with experience in firmware and hardware components, are essential for success in this role.

Responsibilities

• Setting up and maintaining data collection software.
• Building abstractions for hardware and scaling solutions to various hardware types.
• Debugging in C++ and Python, understanding different kinds of error analysis, and communicating with Research Engineers and Scientists.
• Writing software that interfaces with hardware.
• Designing and executing experiments to validate product quality and investigate hardware/software issues.
• Designing and commissioning automation procedures for experiments.
• Performing device calibration with proprietary equipment.
• Commissioning and operating complex measurement and test equipment.
• Documenting various processes and techniques with assistance from the core team.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, electrical engineering, or related field.
• Strong programming skills in languages such as C++ and Python.
• Experience working with hardware components and interfacing with firmware.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with attention to detail.
• Strong testing and debugging skills.
• Requirements gathering skills.
• Excellent communication skills.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with real-time data pipelines, such as moving high-resolution images from cameras.
• Experience with interfacing with hardware, such as a Raspberry Pi.
• Statistical data analysis and visualization.
• Robot control or mechatronics experience, particularly controlling linear motion stages and robot arms.
• Knowledge about camera optics and acquisition settings.
• Experience with VR or AR systems.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401K contributions
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Sick leave