Software Engineer

What We Do

Gecko Robotics is helping the world’s most important organizations ensure the availability, reliability, and sustainability of critical infrastructure. Gecko's complete and connected solutions combine wall-climbing robots, industry-leading sensors, and an AI-powered data platform to provide customers with a unique window into the current and future health of their physical assets. This enables real-time decision making to increase the efficiency and safety of operations, promote mission readiness, and protect the environment and civilization from the effects of infrastructure failure.

Gecko Robotics, Inc. seeks a Software Engineer in Pittsburgh, PA (this is an in-office position) to be responsible for developing state estimation, mapping, and assistive autonomy systems. Specific duties include developing: (i) real-time state estimation; (ii) asset mapping algorithms; (iii) robot control algorithms; and (iv) sensor calibration algorithms.

Must have a master’s degree (or foreign equivalent) in Robotics, Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field plus four (4) years in a related position.

Must have any experience with or knowledge of: (i) Linux, Docker, ROS, and Github; and (ii) control algorithms.

Must have three (3) years of experience with: (i) state estimation (causal and acausal); (ii) sensor calibration; and (iii) C++ and Python.

Must be willing and able to pass coding, software design, and behavioral skills tests.

Experience can be concurrent.

To apply, send resume and cover letter to View email address on jobs.jobcopilot.com or visit geckorobotics.com/careers .

Who We Are

At Gecko, our people are our greatest investment. In addition to competitive compensation packages, we offer company equity, 401(k) matching, gender-neutral parental leave, full medical, dental, and vision insurance, mental health and wellness support, ongoing professional development, family planning assistance, and flexible paid time off. 

Gecko values collaboration, innovation, and partnership, and we believe we do our best work when we're together in person. We’re an office-first culture but understand that sometimes you may need to work from home. Many people are in the office five days a week, others need a bit more flexibility. Ultimately, we care about the outcomes we achieve - and creating a culture of autonomy and trust that enables that impact.

Gecko is committed to creating a culture of inclusion and belonging, and we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We believe it is our collective responsibility to uphold these values and encourage candidates from all backgrounds to join us in our mission to protect today’s infrastructure and give form to tomorrow’s. All qualified applicants will be treated with respect and receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, uniform service, veteran status, age, or any other protected characteristic per federal, state, or local law. If you are passionate about what you do and want to use your talents to support our critical mission, we’d love to hear from you.