Robotics Software Engineer, Manipulation
$120,000–$145,000 year
On-site · Pensacola, Florida, United States or Houston, Texas, United States
Pensacola, Florida, United States or Houston, Texas, United StatesOn-siteFull Time$120,000–$145,000 yearMid LevelBachelors DegreeUnknown
Type
Full Time
Level
Mid Level
Education
Bachelors Degree
Company size
Unknown
Job Summary
Join Persona AI as a Robotics Software Engineer specializing in manipulation, where you'll design advanced algorithms for humanoid robots. Ideal candidates have 7+ years experience, an advanced degree in a related field, and skills in C++, Python, and complex motion planning. Competitive salary ranging from $120,000 to $145,000 with no relocation assistance.
Required Qualifications
- BS, MS, or PhD in Robotics, Computer Science, or a related field.
- 7+ years of experience (5+ with advanced degree) in robotics with a strong emphasis on control and manipulation of robotics/humanoid arms.
- Strong background in motion planning, control theory, and optimization.
- Demonstrated expertise in implementing advanced manipulation algorithms for tasks such as pick-and-place, bin picking, door opening, etc.
- Proficiency in C++, Python, and relevant robotics libraries (e.g., MoveIt!, Drake, OpenRAVE).
- Experience with trajectory optimization libraries (e.g., IPOPT, SNOPT, qpOASES).
- Proficiency with modern deep learning techniques for manipulation.
- Experience with computer vision algorithms, sensors, point clouds, segmentation, and object detection.
- Familiar with ROS, LCM, or other middleware for robotic systems.
Desired Qualifications
- Experience in developing algorithms for contact modeling and force/torque estimation with a focus on tactile sensing and feedback for dexterous tasks.
- Experience with machine learning for dexterous manipulation, including learning-based grasp strategies, behavior cloning, and reinforcement learning.
- Publications in top-tier robotics conferences focusing on dexterous manipulation.
- Experience in a humanoid robot startup environment.
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