Staff Software Engineer

Staff Software Engineer

Boxbot revolutionizes logistics with adaptive automation, creating the facility of the future. As the industry grapples with labor shortages and rising costs, our advanced solutions effectively meet these challenges. We transform traditional conveyor systems into intelligent, three-dimensional package handling networks, dramatically improving dispatch efficiency and operational productivity. Our versatile platform seamlessly integrates cutting-edge software and hardware, offering a comprehensive solution that optimizes multiple facets of the supply chain.

We're a close-knit team that is well funded and are quickly expanding in order to bring our product to market. We are seeking teammates who take pride in their work and who get excited about building new systems with significant responsibility.

We're seeking a Staff Software Engineer to help lead our software development efforts and play a crucial role in shaping the future of our products. This is a technical leadership role where you'll be deeply involved in both high-level architecture decisions and day-to-day coding.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and implementation of software systems for our automated material handling solutions
• Architect and develop high-performance, reliable C++ code for our control systems
• Collaborate closely with mechanical, electrical, and firmware teams to integrate software with hardware systems
• Be a leader on the software engineering team
• Contribute to the product roadmap and technical strategy
• Ensure code quality, performance, and reliability through code reviews and best practices
• Participate in all stages of the software development lifecycle, from conception to deployment and maintenance
• Work closely with the project implementation team to ensure smooth deployment of systems at customer sites

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field
• 8-10 years of professional software engineering experience, with a strong background in C++
• Expertise in developing software for embedded systems or industrial automation a plus
• Experience with real-time control systems and multi-threaded programming
• Familiarity with Linux-based systems and low-level hardware interfaces
• Strong understanding of software architecture principles and design patterns
• Experience leading and mentoring software engineering teams a plus
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively in a cross-functional team

What We Offer

• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge automation technology with real-world impact
• Collaborative and innovative work environment
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Career growth opportunities in a rapidly expanding company
• Chance to play a key role in high-stakes projects

$150,000 - $200,000 a year

We are headquartered in Alameda, CA with an easy commute via Bart, Ferry, Amtrak and free parking. We take the well being of our teammates seriously, with benefits including medical, dental, vision, life and more!