Sr. Motion Planning Engineer

Are you excited about being a creator of the next-gen robots? Anyware Robotics is a fast-paced startup backed by world-class VCs. Empowered by the latest progress of AI, we are building the next generation of general-purpose robot which can work flexibly in unstructured environment, helping warehouses and manufacturers to significantly increase efficiency and reduce costs. Our team is expanding rapidly to accelerate development and meet growing customer demands. Anyware Robotics is seeking highly skilled Senior Motion Planning Engineer to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for developing motion planning algorithms for our high-DOF mobile manipulator Pixmo. You will also be responsible for staying up-to-date with the latest research and advancements in the robotic motion planning, testing and evaluating current algorithms, creating solid software development practices, and mentoring junior developers. Responsibilities Design and optimize real-time motion planning algorithms with high-DOF mobile manipulator to generate collision-free, smooth and time-optimal trajectories Collaborate to integrate motion planning with perception, control and hardware in production environment Participate in architectural decisions to ensure alignment with system requirements and planning performance Research and assess modern motion planning techniques to inform implementation choices Maintain high-standard software development practices and mentor and guide junior developers Skills and Qualifications 4+ years of demonstrated experience in developing, implementing, and testing algorithms on motion planning with industrial robot arms Strong knowledge of different planning methods (optimization-based, sampling-based, search-based) Proficient in C++ and Python Experience working with ROS/ROS2, MoveIt, or similar frameworks Experience developing and testing motion planning algorithms in simulation environments Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal Self-motivated, proactive, with confidence and initiative for innovation Benefits & Perks Competitive compensation & stock Comprehensive health insurance for you and family Flexible PTO Regular off-site events 401K #J-18808-Ljbffr Alumni Ventures