Software Engineer III - Robotics

Software Engineer III - Robotics – Redmond, WA (Hybrid – 3 days in-person) Responsibilities Vehicle Control Development: design and implement vehicle control architecture; implement logic on the high-performance embedded computer running Linux and on distributed real-time microcontrollers. ROS2 Control Implementation: create ros2_control hardware interfaces that abstract custom hardware into standard interfaces; develop firmware and drivers for ROS2 integration with low-level hardware via CAN-FD (J1939/CANopen), I2C, SPI, UART. Algorithm Design: design and tune closed-loop control algorithms (PID, MPC, LQR) for vehicle dynamics; actuate multi‑DOF systems with precision and implement controllers within ROS2. Hardware Interface, Sensor Fusion & Instrumentation: integrate sensors (IMUs, encoders, LiDAR, GPS, pressure transducers) and create accurate vehicle state estimates through sensor fusion. Hydraulic Systems Control: model and control complex nonlinear hydraulic systems (valves, pumps, cylinders); convert digital control commands into fluid power actions. Qualifications Education : BS or MS in Robotics, Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related field. Control Theory : strong knowledge of classical and modern control theory, including vehicle kinematics and dynamics. ROS2 Experience : proven experience with ROS2, especially ros2_control, hardware interfaces, and node lifecycle management. Embedded Systems : experience contributing to distributed control architectures for mobile robots, automotive systems, or heavy machinery. Embedded Protocols : hands‑on experience with CAN bus (J1939/CANopen), I2C, SPI, RS485. C/C++ Proficiency : strong real‑time C++ skills (C++20/23) suitable for constrained embedded environments. Preferred Qualifications Hydraulics experience – electro‑hydraulic control in heavy machinery, agriculture, or construction equipment. Safety‑critical systems – knowledge of functional safety standards or safety‑critical RTOS implementations. Simulation – experience with URDF and simulators such as Gazebo or Isaac Sim. Microcontrollers – experience with real‑time microcontrollers and application processors, including Yocto Linux. Compensation and Benefits Salary: $135k-165k, depending on experience. Benefits: health, dental, vision, Rx; life insurance; accidental death & dismemberment; short‑term & long‑term disability; paid time off; company holidays; 401(k) with matching; employee stock purchase plan; legal assistance; wellness programs; tuition reimbursement; discount programs. Equal Opportunity Employer We are committed to hiring inclusive and nondiscriminatory. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. Qualified individuals with disabilities may request reasonable accommodations by contacting View email address on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr AWP USA-USA