Embedded C++ Developer with ROS/Robotics exp

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Dice is the leading career destination for tech experts at every stage of their careers. Our client, Asterism IT Solutions, is seeking the following.

Position Details

• Duration: 12+ months
• Interview: Video interview

Job Description

Key Robotics Tech

• Must have ROS / robotics experience!
• Looking for robotics candidates, not just firmware.
• Need experience working with hardware/sensors, PID control algorithms, moving motors.
• Experience with CAN / CANopen is a plus.
• Familiarity with sensor data, cameras, LIDAR.
• Experience with robots or vehicles (e.g., 6-axis robot arms, AGVs, AMRs, self-driving forklifts).
• Experience with companies like Amazon Robotics, Locust Robotics, Fox Robotics is a plus.

Role & Responsibilities

• This is a hands-on role requiring individuals to sit with the robot, run it, observe performance issues (slowness, shakiness, crashes), and brainstorm solutions.
• Must be comfortable writing code and testing on real hardware.
• Should not have non-disclosure or non-compete clauses.

Technical Requirements

• Modern C++ (C++11 and onward).
• Experience with Smart Pointers, Templated Classes, Abstract Classes.
• Experience designing new systems in C++, not just debugging or working on existing code.
• Experience with hardware communication protocols, specifically CAN and CANOpen.

Hiring Manager Notes

• The team heavily utilizes ROS (Robot Operating System) and requires candidates to ramp up quickly.
• ROS experience is more common in Dallas than Boise.
• For candidates without ROS experience in Boise, strong Modern C++ skills are essential.
• Avoid candidates who are primarily firmware engineers with a low-level C skillset and weak modern C++ knowledge.

R&D Senior Software Engineer Role

As the R&D Senior Software Engineer, you are an expert in Linux development using both C++ and Python. You have experience designing production-ready software and understand the patterns and architectures used to create reliable and maintainable codebases. You have experience with common robotics software tools and concepts such as ROS, motor control, localization, navigation, and sensor hardware technology such as LiDAR, Cameras, Motors, Encoders, etc. Most importantly, you have experience leading teams, driving processes, inspiring software engineers, and creating strong team cultures with open communication.

Job Functions

• Contribute directly to ROS-based C++ and Python codebases, running on Linux systems.
• Create software designs, host design and code reviews, and engage with SDLC processes.
• Responsible for owning key development and acting as a key stakeholder in review approvals.
• Mentor and guide junior team members, engage in peer programming.
• Engage in scoping, planning, and scheduling your work in an Agile workflow.
• Engage in, and help create and drive, best practices and SOPs for software development.
• Create test plans and engage in hands-on testing and verification on live Robots & Hardware.
• Uphold our safety standards when interacting with live equipment.
• Participate in field trials and customer on-site Beta deployments as we release new products.
• Work with other business units throughout the release process of R&D products (Manufacturing, Commissioning, Development, etc).