Robotics Engineer

Built Robotics
Remote
RemoteCareer-pivot friendly

Who this role is best for

Best suited to mid-level software engineers with Python proficiency and interest in robotics working in the clean energy sector.

Best fit for

  • Software developers with 2+ years experience seeking robotics applications.
    — “2+ years of software development experience
  • Python programmers who want to work on autonomous heavy equipment.
    — “Proficiency in Python
  • Engineers comfortable with distributed systems in a remote setting.
    — “Experience with distributed systems

Things to consider

  • Salary range varies significantly by location and qualifications.
    — “$120,000 to $175,000
  • Daily code deployment implies rapid iteration expectations.
    — “deploy code every day

How to stand out

  • Highlight any controls systems work, even if tangential.
    — “Controls experience is a plus
  • Demonstrate how you've maintained code quality standards.
    — “Develop and maintain code quality standards
  • Show quantitative impact of past performance optimizations.
    — “Analyze robot performance to quantitatively prioritize
Pace · Fast PacedCollaboration · MediumAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · TeamLevel · Mid

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What success looks like

  • optimized controls systems
  • deployed code every day
Typical background
computer sciencesoftware engineering

Skills & requirements

Required

RoboticsControlsDistributed SystemsSoftware DevelopmentCode Quality Standards

Preferred

Mechanical EngineeringControls Experience

Stack & domain

Python

About the role

Original posting from Built Robotics via Ashby

WHO WE ARE

Built Robotics’ mission is to build the robots that build the world. By automating repetitive tasks in the $300 billion solar industry, Built is bridging the workforce gap to accelerate our transition to clean energy.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

  • Design, develop, test, and debug features for our autonomous construction equipment
  • Analyze robot performance to quantitatively prioritize bug fixes and performance upgrades
  • Optimize controls systems for cycle time and accuracy
  • Develop and maintain code quality standards and best practices
  • Participate in shaping the product road map and deploy code every day

YOUR QUALIFICATIONS

  • BS or MS in computer science or related field
  • 2+ years of software development experience
  • Proficiency in Python
  • Experience with distributed systems
  • Controls experience is a plus, but not required
  • Mechanical engineering experience is a plus, but not required

COMPANY PERKS

  • Competitive salary and equity
  • 100% employer-sponsored health, dental and vision insurance — for you, your spouse and children
  • 401(k) with employer matching
  • Paid holidays and flexible PTO
  • TSA PreCheck
  • Gym membership
  • Free catered lunch and plenty of snacks
  • Opportunity to work on an 150,000-pound autonomous robot
  • A pair of steel-toe boots

ABOUT THE COMPANY & ROLE

Built Robotics’ mission is to build the robots that build the world. By automating repetitive tasks in the $300 billion solar industry, Built is bridging the workforce gap to accelerate our transition to clean energy.

The starting annual base salary range for this role is $120,000 to $175,000. Job level and actual compensation will be decided based on factors including, but not limited to, individual qualifications, working location, and market demands. The total compensation package for this role may also include: equity compensation, benefits such as medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k) matching, paid time off, cell phone and internet reimbursement and more.

Built Robotics provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Built Robotics makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.

Source: Built Robotics careers (Ashby)

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