Junior Robotics Software Engineer

Join our innovative robotics team as an Junior Robotics Software Engineer, where you'll play a key role in supporting the foundational technologies for a disruptive company transforming warehouse automation. In this startup environment, you'll assist with testing and debugging of integrated hardware-software systems for real-world logistics challenges - gaining hands-on experience across object detection, action planning, manipulation, and navigation, with a clear pathway to advance into full software development. This is your chance to contribute to something truly awesome, grow with us, and shape the company's long-term future. Ideal for passionate recent graduates seeking meaningful impact and a lasting career in pioneering automation solutions.

Responsibilities:

• Assist with software development and debugging under senior guidance
• Contribute to coding, testing, and debugging of software features and applications.
• Help implement minor enhancements, bug fixes, or configuration changes.
• Contribute to continuous testing efforts: Develop and maintain test cases, identify potential edge cases, and ensure ongoing system reliability and performance in dynamic warehouse scenarios.
• Support integrated system testing of robotic warehouse automation solutions
• Operate robotic systems during test runs to validate functionality and performance.
• Document observed issues, symptoms, and perform preliminary root cause analysis.
• Analyze test data (logs, sensor readings, cycle metrics) to support diagnostics and improvements.
• Create and maintain documentation - Document test procedures, observed behaviors, software features, and integration details to support team knowledge sharing.
• Follow safety and operational protocols - Adhere to safety standards when working with and around robotic equipment in warehouse environments.

Requirements:

Education:

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Robotics, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Software/Computer Engineering, Mechatronics, Automation, or a closely related field
• Equivalent practical experience may substitute for formal education

Technical Skills:

• Basic proficiency in Python and/or C++ programming (e.g., writing scripts, simple functions, loops, conditionals, and basic debugging)
• Hands-on experience with software-hardware integrated system testing or development (gained through academic projects, internships, co-ops, personal robotics builds, or lab work etc.)

Experience:

• 1+ years of relevant experience (internships, co-ops, capstone projects, or personal/hobby projects count fully)
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and debug issues in software or integrated systems

Preferred / Good to Have:

• Exposure to tools such as Git/version control and robotics framework or simulation environments such as ROS, Gazebo etc.
• Basic knowledge of control systems, PLC programming, sensors, or industrial automation concepts
• Experience with industrial robots (e.g., Fanuc, Universal Robots, or similar arms) or related hardware
• Any coursework or projects involving machine vision, autonomous navigation, motion planning, or embedded systems etc.
• Experience with AI models for classification and segmentation

Soft Skills:

• Take independent initiative and ownership of tasks, while seeking guidance when needed.
• Strong analytical and debugging mindset - able to systematically break down problems and test hypotheses.
• Excellent communication skills, both written (e.g., clear documentation of issues and findings) and verbal (e.g., explaining observations to team members).
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Adaptability and eagerness to learn in a fast-paced, evolving robotics setting.
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality in testing and documentation.

Work Environment / Physical Demands:

Location: On-site at our facility in Dallas, TX. Travel Requirement: Up to 35% domestic travel for customer site support, field testing, or training (notice provided in advance). Work Setting: Primarily in an office/warehouse environment with robotic systems; includes exposure to noise, varying temperatures, and moving machinery.

Physical Demands:

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift/carry up to 40lbs occasionally (e.g., test product, equipment or components).
• Frequent use of hands for operating controls, tools, and computers.
• Must be able to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) such as safety glasses, steel-toed shoes, and hearing protection.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Salary range: $60,000 - $90,000 (negotiable based on experience)
• Healthcare
• 401k Plans
• Paid time off (vacation, sick leave, and holidays)