Robotics Software Engineer

About the job

Responsibilities

Kforce has a client that is looking for a Robotics Software Engineer in Fremont, CA. This is an onsite role for a 6-12 month contract (potential contract to hire). Specific Responsibilities for robotics SW team:

• Robotic path programming and computer vision
• Work collaboratively with a team to design, build, test, and troubleshoot robotic systems
• Help create infrastructure to manage and analyze the data generated by a growing number of robots and vision systems
• Work onsite in the lab most of the time
• Willing to travel up to several times per year
• Take ownership of assigned tasks and projects, assuring proper release and hand-off of solutions
• Acquire and apply basic engineering theories, methods and research techniques in the investigation, troubleshooting, and resolution of technical problems such as 8D
• Design and conduct experiments and tests pertaining to the resolution to complex technical problems
• Generate clear and concise reports to justify your technical recommendations
• Act as liaison for cross functional projects across organizations
• Implement industry standard process control techniques such as six sigma/lean manufacturing and value stream mapping to manage and develop production efficiencies
• Train other engineers
  
  

Requirements

• MS/PhD in Robotics or similar
• 3-10 years of work experience
• Background in robotics and computer vision
• Machine/deep learning background
• Knowledge of the following languages and frameworks: Python, SQL, OpenCV, ML Platform such as TensorFlow or PyTorch
• Experience in project management
• Experience collaborating on software projects using version control, preferably Git
• Solid understanding of statistical process control and basic statistical analysis used in production setting
• Previous experience in individual project management
• Programming computer vision systems
• Custom design robotics arm, programmable controller vision system, and cameras
• Creative thinking and strong problem solving and troubleshooting capabilities, including experience with hardware and end effector design
• Ability to complete projects and learn the required skills with minimal guidance
• Open CV and Python is preferred
• ML is nice to have
  
  

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Salary: $68 - $72 per hour