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Boston Dynamics · 10 hours ago

Principal Software Architect- Core Perception

Waltham, MA

Full-time

Onsite

Lead/Staff

$174K/yr - $239K/yr

12+ years exp

Boston Dynamics is seeking a highly experienced Principal Software Architect to join their Stretch Perception teams. In this pivotal role, you will design and optimize essential tools and infrastructure for the team's success, while also mentoring other engineers and advocating for best practices.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)RoboticsSoftware

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

Responsibilities

Develop a deep and comprehensive understanding of the team’s systems and their interdependencies

Collaborate closely with team members to understand and prioritize key requirements and needs

Propose, design, and implement innovative strategies to maximize the performance of real-time on-robot systems, including system architecture, tooling, infrastructure, and processes

Design, implement, and maintain critical off-robot infrastructure, including data aggregation, log analysis, data visualization, and large-scale processing solutions

Serve as a go-to technical leader on the team, championing software best practices and driving excellence

Collaborate with adjacent teams (e.g., other robotic disciplines, software teams) to ensure strategic alignment

Work closely with engineering leaders to identify and capitalize on key opportunities for innovation and growth

Qualification

C++Software architecturePerformance optimizationRoboticsComputer visionML perceptionTeachingLog analysisData visualizationSensor hardwareCompute hardwareCommunicationCollaboration skillsMentorship

Required

12+ years of experience in a software engineering role

BS or MS in Computer Science or a closely related technical field

Expert-level software development skills, particularly in C++, with a strong command of software architecture, design patterns, and performance optimization techniques

Experience facilitating rapid development in complex systems, including testing

Experience defining measurable, actionable work items (tasks, stories, epics) that are ready to delegate

Excellent communication and collaboration skills

An eagerness to teach and help a team grow their knowledge