Backend Software Engineer (Robotics)

TL;DR

Backend Software Engineer (Python/C++): Designing and building scalable backend services for a robotics platform focused on task planning and autonomous workflows with an accent on distributed systems and event-driven architectures. Focus on integrating backend services with real-world hardware and optimizing system performance for robotic operations.

Location: Hybrid (Charlestown, MA)

Salary: $120,000 - $185,000 per year

Company

VC-backed robotics company specializing in AI-driven automated truck unloading systems to improve safety and efficiency on loading docks.

What you will do

• Design and develop backend services supporting task planning and autonomy systems.
• Build scalable, reliable, and performant systems using Python and C++.
• Develop and maintain event-driven systems and messaging-based architectures.
• Collaborate with robotics engineers to integrate backend systems with real-world robotic workflows.
• Improve system performance, reliability, and maintainability across all services.
• Contribute to system architecture and participate in technical code reviews.

Requirements

• 3–7 years of experience in backend or distributed systems engineering.
• Strong professional experience with Python.
• Proficiency in C++ or another strongly typed language such as Rust, Go, or Java.
• Deep understanding of software architecture, concurrency, and distributed system design.
• Experience building event-driven systems or service-oriented architectures.
• Location: Must be based in or able to work in a hybrid setup in Charlestown, MA.

Nice to have

• Experience developing systems that interface with hardware or robotics.
• Familiarity with messaging systems such as Kafka, ROS, or similar.
• Experience with microservices architectures.
• Ability to work across multiple programming languages.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Unlimited vacation and all federal and state holidays.
• 401K contributions of 5% of salary.
• Fast-growing, VC-backed environment with a focus on transparency and trust.
• Provision of travel supplies and productivity tools.