Staff Manipulation Engineer

Summary

Join Agility Robotics, a leader in humanoid robotics, as a talented Software Engineer. You will design, implement, and deploy manipulation behaviors and grasp planning algorithms for our cutting-edge robot, Digit. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to solve real-world challenges in robotics. This role requires extensive experience in robotics, manipulation algorithms, and software development. We offer a competitive compensation package, comprehensive benefits, and a flexible work environment.

Requirements

• Industry experience developing and deploying manipulation algorithms on high-DOF robots in real-world applications
• Experience with perception and scene understanding especially as it pertains to manipulation planning
• Experience with task and motion planning (TAMP) under uncertainty
• Strong robotics fundamentals, including kinematics, dynamics, sensing, control, and motion planning
• Experience using simulation tools such as Isaac Sim / Mojoco / Drake/ gazebo or similar
• Experience leveraging machine learning to improve grasp planning and object manipulation
• MS or Ph.D. in robotics, computer science, or related field or have equivalent industry experience
• Strong software experience in modern C++ and Python
• Exposure to standard agile and software development processes (issue tracking tools (Jira), feature branching, version control (Git), continuous integration and deployment)
• Ability to communicate technical information effectively both orally and in writing with other team members
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team with a demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships
• Authorization to work in the USA

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, test, and deploy manipulation behaviors and grasp planning algorithms for humanoid robots
• Develop grasp strategies and behaviors robust to environmental uncertainty and imperfect state estimation
• Contribute to the software architecture and design of the autonomy stack
• Collaborate with members of the autonomy teams to solve complex cross-functional problems
• Engineer high-quality software that is well tested, reliable and maintainable

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with humanoid (or similar) robots
• Experience in orchestrating a scalable automated testing pipeline for simulation
• Experience in classical robotics motion planning and trajectory optimization algorithms
• Publications in your field (RSS, ICRA, IROS preferred)

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation Package
• 100% Company Paid Disability, Life, Health, Dental & Vision Insurance (for AR employees)
• Employer Matched Retirement Plan
• Five Weeks of Paid Time Off Annually
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Relocation Assistance (for certain roles)
• Stock Options (for certain roles)
• A culture that encourages flexible work schedules
• A culture that embraces individuality and authenticity