Remote Ai Robotics Jobs in Naperville, IL (NOW HIRING)

Robotics Software Engineer

Hinckley, IL (~ 50 miles west of Chicago)

Remote

Applicants must be currently legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for current or future employer sponsorship.

Position Summary

Join our dynamic team and contribute to the design and development of cutting-edge automated robotic 3D metrology and inspection systems that are transforming manufacturing and repair industries. In this role, you will have the unique opportunity to work at the intersection of advanced robotics, 3D scanning technology, digital twin, simulation, and AI / Autonomy. With a focus on improving product quality in industries such as aerospace, defense and automotive, you will be part of a growing industry with immense potential. If you are passionate about pushing the boundaries of technology and making a tangible impact on the future of manufacturing by applying cutting edge technology and advanced software, this is the role for you!

We are seeking a highly skilled Robotics / Perception Software Engineer with experience specializing in writing advanced robotics control, tool pathing and motion planning, system drivers for integration, and software platform for managing multi-hardware / multi-software workflows. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in developing software solutions involving interaction with hardware systems. This role is pivotal in advancing our automated robotic systems' intelligence, reliability, and autonomy, aimed at enhancing manufacturing processes by reducing process waste and improving product quality.

For the qualified and experienced candidate, this position will be remote.

Primary Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain software applications for managing hardware components and their workflows including collaborative robots, 3D scanners, high precisions cameras non-destructive testing equipment, image processing, robotic tool pathing / motion planning, digital twins.
• Implement and optimize drivers that facilitate smooth integration of various hardware and software components
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop scalable, plug-and-play software architecture for integrating different types of technologies
• Work on image localization and data acquisition to gather, normalize, and prepare multi-modal sensor data for further analysis and consumption
• Develop APIs and interfaces that allow third-party applications to integrate seamlessly with our software platform
• Debug and troubleshoot system issues, ensuring robust performance of hardware-software interactions in real-time environments
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of software solutions, including enhancing system flexibility, reliability, and performance
• Write and maintain technical documentation to support development and deployment activities
• Participate in code reviews, architectural discussions, and team meetings to ensure alignment with project goals and best practices
• Confer with project team members to identify and resolve problems
• Perform risk assessments to develop response strategies
• Advise management on product and other improvements
• Collaborate with engineers and others on a regular basis

Required Qualifications

• Professional experience in software engineering (generally at least 5 years is expected), with a focus on collaborative robots, 3D perception, and motor control
• Strong understanding of software design patterns and hardware-software interfaces design
• Familiarity with robotics frameworks, such as ROS, and experience in working with various communication protocols
• Applied knowledge and best practices, such as Agile software development, DevOps, automated unit testing, system test automation, tools such as Jira for requirement management GitHub for code and configuration management
• Excellent problem-solving skills, with a history of handling complex technical challenges
• The ability to work in a fast-paced environment where priorities change, as typical in a small start-up
• Prioritize tasks efficiently and effectively
• Success in communicating with peers, leadership, and other valued stakeholders
• The ability to work collaboratively in a team setting
• A history of explaining complex concepts clearly and providing sound technical solutions
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field
• Accustomed to complex problem solving; identification, information review, options development, and evaluation, as well as solutions implementation
• Experience in learning new relevant information and, as needed, interpreting the information for others
• Ability to translate complicated business requirements into multiple solution options and explain the benefits and disadvantages of various approaches

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficiency in C++, C#, Python, and frameworks such as WebSocket, and gRPC protocols, MS Windows, and Linux
• Strong experience in advanced tool pathing and motion planning
• Digital twin and simulation of robotic systems
• Ray tracing or related technologies
• Experience with autonomous systems
• Experience building software that controls hardware, with a focus on collaborative robots, 3D scanners, and motor control
• Experience with real-time data acquisition, processing, and storage from sensors or robotic systems
• Proven track record of developing and integrating software for automated robotic systems
• Knowledge of gRPC framework
• Industrial Automation experience, with an understanding of robotics
• Understanding of 3D Scanning
• Knowledge of Metrology
• Prior work experience with Jira
• Agile methodology
• Professional experience with GitHub
• Experience with a tech start-up, other small start-up, and/or a matrix environment

Core Working Principles

• Safety-First Mindset
• Customer Focus
• Collaboration & Respect
• Innovation & Curiosity
• Analytical Approach
• Accountability & Ownership
• Flexibility & Resilience
• Effective Communication

Benefits

• Matching 401(k)
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical Insurance (up to 100% company paid monthly premium)
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Health Advocate
• Flexible Spending Account
• Health Savings Account
• Employee Assistance Program
• Disability Insurance
• AD&D Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Pet Insurance, Aflac, Legal Plan & other voluntary benefits
• Commuter Benefits
• Casual Dress
• Employee Discounts

ARIS Technology is a drug-free workplace.

All offers of employment at ARIS Technology are contingent upon clear results of a thorough background check.

U.S. citizenship is required for this position due to federal contract requirements, clientsite access restrictions, and compliance with exportcontrolled information under applicable federal regulations (ITAR/EAR).

Applicants must be currently legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for current or future employer sponsorship.

ARIS Technology participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

About ARIS Technology

ARIS Technology is an advanced system integrator, which designs, builds, installs, trains, and supports intelligent turn-key robotic 3D scanning systems end-to-end. ARIS systems are powered by our proprietary software, making it easy for operators to perform complex 3D metrology with little training, using advanced technologies in digital twin, simulation, and AI / ML. We also provide various Human-Robot Interaction (HRI) via hand-guided collaborative robot (cobot) programming, haptic sensing, or VR / AR. Our intelligent and human-friendly metrology solution can help with 3D inspection, 3D metrology-based robotic manufacturing (e.g., welding, grinding, CSAM / WAAM), or AI training for failure prediction (e.g., predicting metal deformation from in-situ monitoring data). Visit www.aristechnology.com to learn more about our dynamic, growing technology company.

Hatred, bigotry, and antisemitism violate our company's core principles and impact all of us.

As a federal contractor, we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or protected veteran status, and we actively seek priority referrals of protected veterans.

We provide reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at info@aristechnology.com. Requests will be evaluated on a casebycase basis and will not affect your opportunity for employment.

We do not discriminate against applicants or employees for discussing or disclosing their pay or the pay of others. Certain employees who have access to compensation information as part of their job may only share that information when required by law, an investigation, or a formal complaint.

Beware of any third party contacting you about this position and fraud. During the recruiting process, ARIS Technology will not ask for personal information or extend a job offer via social media or email. Please read email and web addresses carefully. If someone contacts you and it seems too good to be true, it probably is. If an incident occurs to you, your next steps could include contacting the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) at www.cybercrime.gov or 877-FTC-HELP (877-382-4353) and/or the social media provider's fraud department.

Even the best candidates sometimes do not meet every qualification. If you have applicable experience, are interested in continual learning, and feel you are prepared to succeed in this position, we encourage you to apply.

Job Type: Full Time

Department: Engineering

Travel Required: 5% or less