Software Developer, Systems - Kitchener, Canada - Avidbots

Description

Avidbots Corporation is a pioneering leader in the field of robotics, dedicated to developing cutting-edge autonomous cleaning solutions for commercial and industrial environments. Our mission is to revolutionize the way cleaning and maintenance tasks are performed by introducing innovative, efficient, and sustainable robotic technologies. Avidbots is committed to delivering intelligent and autonomous robotic solutions that not only enhance operational efficiency but also promote a cleaner and healthier world.

Our groundbreaking autonomous cleaning robots, the Neo and Kas, are redefining the cleaning industry by offering state-of-the-art technology, advanced navigation, and data-driven insights to businesses across the globe. These robots are designed to perform tasks such as scrubbing and sanitization, and maintain cleanliness in a wide range of industries, including airports, shopping malls, warehouses, retail, and more.

Headquartered in Kitchener, ON, Canada, we are an employee-focused organization that has been certified a Great Place to Work consecutively for the last 5 years and one of Deloitte's Fast We are looking for passionate and talented individuals to join our team and contribute to the development of our cutting-edge technology.

Position Overview:

Elevate your career at Avidbots Corporation as a Systems Software Developer and immerse yourself in the world of cutting-edge robotics. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in ensuring our robot operates efficiently, safely, and reliably through innovative software solutions. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to improve hardware control, user experience, system diagnostics, and operational efficiency.

We're on the hunt for an experienced, quick-learning, and quality-focused Software Developer who shares our passion for robotics and automation. Join our veteran design and development team, operating at the forefront of the robotics field, and witness your contributions directly impacting the integration of robotics in malls, warehouses, and facilities around the globe while transforming the cleaning industry.

Location:

This is a hybrid opportunity required to work on site in our Kitchener HQ 3 days per week

Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain a robust hardware abstraction layer to enable modular control of hardware within the robot's software ecosystem, facilitating flexible and scalable system enhancements
• Implement and refine fault handling and user experience adaptation mechanisms, ensuring smooth robot operation and responsiveness to capabilities and constraints
• Spearhead the comprehensive management of the robot's user interface backend, including user management, plan interpretation, and controls for manual operation and remote monitoring, in a structured microservices environment
• Conduct thorough monitoring and maintenance of the robot's computing health and operational node integrity to guarantee system dependability and efficiency
• Oversee diagnostics and service routines for hardware, including calibration and problem-solving for sensors, cameras, and auxiliary devices, to maintain peak operational readiness
• Design and manage a sophisticated mission planning and task scheduling system, coupled with a robust reporting framework for insightful operation analysis and decision support
• Champion the integration and inter-module communication within the robot software landscape, ensuring a harmonious and efficient operation across all system components
• Actively participate in code reviews, engage in hands-on testing with robots to validate features and functions, and efficiently resolve defects to maintain high standards of software quality and reliability

Requirements:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Robotics, Engineering, or a related field, with a strong emphasis on control systems, backend design, and software development
• 3+ years of experience with software development in a professional setting
• Experience working closely with hardware, sensors, actuators, and robotics peripherals
• Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git), continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) practices, and unit testing frameworks
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to debug complex issues involving hardware and software interactions
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and interact effectively with team members from different disciplines
• Ability to quickly adapt to new technologies and challenges in a fast-paced environment. Openness to learning and contributing to areas outside of immediate expertise

Nice-to-Haves:

• Proven experience in software development for robotics platforms
• Exposure to ROS (Robot Operating System)
• Demonstrated contributions to personal GitHub or open-source projects
• Familiarity with other technical robotics concepts

***Applicants must be currently authorized to work in Canada for any employer

What we offer:

Compensation is one of the main components of Avidbots' Total Rewards Program. We have developed a series of programs and processes to ensure we are creating fair and competitive pay practices that form the foundation of our human and high-performing culture.

The estimated pay range for this role, based on similarly leveled roles in the organization is:

• Based in Canada: 100,000 to 130,000
  
• This role is eligible for the following benefits:
  • Vacation: starting at 3 weeks (15 business days)
  • Additional paid time off between the observed Christmas Holiday through New Year's day
  • 2 paid Volunteer Days
  • Flexible paid sick time
  • Extended Health Coverage starting day 1 (premiums paid by Avidbots)

*Please note that the expected compensation provided is derived from a group of like roles within Avidbots. The final offer amount for this role will be dependent on geographical region, applicable experience, and skillset of the candidate.

Avidbots is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse workforce. As a multicultural organization, we encourage individual achievement and recognize the strength of a diverse workforce. We are a diverse Canadian company founded by international students, and we are proud of the strengths our diversity brings. We hold our executives to the same standards as all of our employees, and we believe work should be a safe space for all. Avidbots has an absolutely zero tolerance policy for discrimination or hate against members of any race, religion or sexual orientation. We also offer a professional working environment and culture and believe that work / life balance is critical to ensure the happiness/well-being of our people.

Upon request, Avidbots will provide reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment and selection process.