Description:

Serve Robotics is seeking a Senior Systems Software Engineer specializing in autonomy or automotive safety critical software at scale.
The role involves designing, developing, and optimizing software that enables robots to navigate and operate autonomously in complex real-world environments.
The engineer will work closely with the autonomy team and collaborate with hardware, perception, navigation, and control engineers to ensure system reliability, efficiency, and performance.
Key responsibilities include developing real-time software to integrate sensor data, designing system-level software for navigation, leading hardware/software integration, contributing to the autonomy software architecture, optimizing software performance, debugging system software issues, and implementing monitoring tools for reliability.

Requirements:

A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field is required.
Candidates must have 4+ years of experience in application software development with system verification and validation for real-time and safety critical systems.
Prior experience with robotics or autonomous systems is necessary, with proficiency in at least one major domain such as perception, planning, controls, or mapping.
Proficiency in modern C++ (C++17 and newer) and Python, along with a deep understanding of performance optimization techniques, is required.
Experience with ROS (Robot Operating System) or similar robotics middleware is essential.
Candidates should have experience working with sensors such as LIDAR, GPS, cameras, and IMUs.
Familiarity with CPU and GPU performance profiling and optimization tools is necessary.
Proven ability to identify and resolve performance bottlenecks in complex systems is required.
Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail are essential.

Serve Robotics offers a dynamic work environment focused on innovation in robotics and autonomy.
The company is committed to equal employment opportunities and affirmative action, ensuring a diverse and inclusive workplace.
Employees will have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology and contribute to the development of autonomous delivery solutions.
The position is remote, allowing for flexibility in work location within the USA and Canada.