As a Software Engineer, you will develop and maintain the Tally software stack, enhance robot navigation and autonomy, and support CI/CD processes.
Simbe Robotics is a leading retail robotics company providing in-store intelligence solutions that help retailers optimize operations, improve shelf execution, and deliver valuable data insights. Our autonomous robots and multi-modal data collection systems are transforming how retailers manage inventory and make data-driven decisions.
Simbe is looking for a strong Python & C++ engineer. In this role, you will be working with our robot software engineering team on the code that drives our Tally(TM) autonomous robots. You will work on all aspects of the Tally stack including but not limited to navigation, perception, autonomous behaviors, hardware drivers, cloud integration, and infrastructure management. Your primary objective will be to build, maintain, and evolve the Tally software stack to make our robots better, faster, smarter, easier, and bulletproof to failure.
Responsibilities
- Maintaining and extending the Tally software stack
- Working on and developing new software packages to be shared across Simbe software teams
- Improving Tally's autonomy, navigation, perception, and human-robot interaction (HRI) behaviors.
- Assist in our ongoing Devops & CI/CD development
- Evaluating third-party SW (ROS, etc.) packages for integration into our stack
Qualifications
- BS, MS, or PhD in Computer Science or related field highly recommended but not required
- ~ 2 years of industry experience
- Extremely adept in both C++ and Python programming
- Proficient in shell scripting, preferably with Bash and Python
- Good understanding of the Robot Operating System (ROS) and core concepts such as nodes, messages, topics, services, parameters, build system, etc. Understanding of both ROS1 and ROS2 is strongly preferred
- Experience writing ROS nodes
- Well-versed in source control systems, particularly Git
- Experience working with Ubuntu or other Debian-based Linux distributions
- Familiarity with modern software development methodologies (e.g. continuous integration/deployment, scrum, automated regression testing)
- Experience in packaging and deploying software in production environments
Recommended Qualifications
- Experience with databases, especially redis
- Familiarity with Docker containers
- Experience with Nvidia Jetson platform
- Experience with cloud computing platforms (GCP, AWS, Azure, etc)
- Experience managing large numbers of connected IoT devices (e.g. robots, wearables, phones, smart home)
Simbe Values: R. E. T. A. I. L.
Result Driven - We are customer-centric and results-driven. We strive to create immense value for our team, partners, customers, and investors.
Empathetic - We are sensitive and mindful. We support each other in challenging times, both professionally and personally.
Transparent - We highly value open communication internally, and with our partners and customers. We are receptive to feedback.
Agile - We are agile and always eager to learn. We quickly adapt to changes and customer needs.
Innovative - We are bold and innovative, with an intense focus on product design and user experience.
Leaders - We strive for excellence. We are accountable, the best at what we do, and leaders in our field.
Top Skills
AWS
Azure
Bash
C++
Docker
GCP
Git
Linux
Python
Redis
Ros
Simbe Robotics South San Francisco, California, USA Office
385 Oyster Point Blvd, STE #2, South San Francisco, CA, United States, 94080
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