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Senior Embedded Software Engineer

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Hybrid
Wilmington, MA
149K-205K Annually
Senior level
Hybrid
Wilmington, MA
149K-205K Annually
Senior level
Lead the design, development, and maintenance of middleware for mobile robotic platforms. Build process management, communication, logging, diagnostics, telemetry, and observability systems. Deploy, validate, and troubleshoot software on physical robots and simulations while supporting reliable distributed services. The role requires production C++ development, Linux systems expertise, process management, networking, IPC, and system services knowledge, with ROS2 and DDS experience preferred.
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Who we are

With its A.I.-powered robotic technology platform, Symbotic is changing the way consumer goods move through the supply chain. Intelligent software orchestrates advanced robots in a high-density, end-to-end system – reinventing warehouse automation for increased efficiency, speed and flexibility.

What we need

We are looking for a Staff Embedded Software Engineer to join our team and play a key role in designing, developing, and maintaining Linux-based systems for our robotics platform. In this role, you will own features end-to-end, collaborate across disciplines, and bring technical depth in areas such as Linux BSPs, Linux kernel driver development, wireless subsystems, and camera sensor integration.

What we do

We are a team of roboticists and software engineers responsible for all software and firmware aspects of our mobile robots. These robots handle cartons inside warehouse structures, moving them to and from storage locations. The reliability of our mobile robots is central to the efficient operation of our systems, and the work this team does directly shapes that reliability.

What you'll do

  • Lead and contribute to the design, development, and maintenance of embedded software systems for our robots.

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define system requirements and hardware/software architecture.

  • Develop and maintain Linux based OS and kernel drivers for custom hardware and device integration.

What you'll need

  • Minimum of 7 years of professional experience in Linux system development and embedded software engineering.

  • A degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.

  • Proficiency in kernel-level programming and Linux driver development.

  • Experience with camera sensor driver development and/or networking driver development.

Nice to have

  • Experience with NVIDIA Jetson and Orin platform development and BSP customization.

  • Experience with Yocto/OpenEmbedded

Our environment

  • Up to 10% of travel may be required. Employees must have a valid driver’s license and the ability to drive and/or fly to client and other customer locations. 

  • The employee is responsible for owning a credit card and managing expenses personally to be reimbursed on a bi-weekly basis. 

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About Symbotic

Symbotic is an automation technology leader reimagining the supply chain with its end-to-end, AI-powered robotic and software platform. Symbotic reinvents the warehouse as a strategic asset for the world’s largest retail, wholesale, and food & beverage companies. Applying next-gen technology, high-density storage and machine learning to solve today's complex distribution challenges, Symbotic enables companies to move goods with unmatched speed, agility, accuracy and efficiency. As the backbone of commerce the Symbotic platform transforms the flow of goods and the economics of supply chain for its customers. For more information, visit www.symbotic.com.


We are a community of innovators, collaborators and pioneers who embrace our differences, because we know unique perspectives make us stronger and smarter. Every perspective matters. We depend on the collective voices of our employees, customers and community to help guide us as we build a better place to work – for you and the world. That’s why we’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer. 

We do not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or genetic information. 

The base range for this position in the posted location is $149,000.00 - $204,600.00 however, base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The compensation package includes medical, dental, vision, disability, 401K, PTO and/or other benefits.

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