Boxbot

Logistics

SeniorSoftwareEngineer(C++)

$160–205k Alameda, California, United States FULL TIME
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HIGH DEMAND

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The Brief

“Senior Software Engineer (C++) at Boxbot. Skills: C++, Robotics, System architecture. Build high-performance, reliable C++ software. Interface directly with robotics, motion control, sensors, PLCs, and other automation hardware”

What You'll Achieve.

improving dispatch efficiency; operational productivity; optimizes multiple facets of the supply chain; producing robust, reliable warehouse control software

Industry & Context.

Logistics
Problems you'll solve

Debug and solve real-world system issues

Eligibility Requirements

Support deployments at customer sites

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

5+ years of professional software engineering experience, deep expertise in C++, experience building software for complex physical systems, architect reliable, maintainable software for systems that must work in the real world, Experience with real-time or near-real-time systems, multi-threaded programming, hardware interfaces, Linux-based environments, debugging skills across software, hardware, networking, timing, and system integration issues, Ability to lead technical direction, make sound architecture decisions, mentor other engineers, Comfortable working closely with mechanical, electrical, firmware, controls, manufacturing, and field teams, ownership mindset, practical judgment, bias toward building systems that are simple, reliable, and deployable, Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical field, or equivalent experience

What You'll Do.

Build high-performance

reliable C++ software

Interface directly with robotics

and other automation hardware

Debug and solve real-world system issues

Set a high bar for code quality

Contribute to product roadmap decisions

Support deployments at customer sites

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Work hands-on with mechanical, electrical, firmware, controls, and field teams; partnering with implementation teams

Full Job Description

## Description About Boxbot Boxbot revolutionizes logistics with adaptive automation, creating the facility of the future. As the industry grapples with labor shortages and rising costs, our advanced solutions effectively meet these challenges. We transform traditional conveyor systems into intelligent, three-dimensional package handling networks, dramatically improving dispatch efficiency and operational productivity. Our versatile platform seamlessly integrates cutting-edge software and hardware, offering a comprehensive solution that optimizes multiple facets of the supply chain.  We’re a close-knit team that is well funded and are quickly expanding in order to bring our product to market.  We are seeking teammates who take pride in their work and who get excited about building new systems with significant responsibility. As a Software Engineer with an emphasis on C++, you’ll play a critical role in the development and delivery of low-latency, high-quality robotics application software for Boxbot’s advanced material handling facility. Join our dedicated team of software engineers, collectively focused on producing robust, reliable warehouse control software that’s shaping the future of package delivery automation. ## Responsibilities Build high-performance, reliable C++ software that interfaces directly with robotics, motion control, sensors, PLCs, and other automation hardware Work hands-on with mechanical, electrical, firmware, controls, and field teams to bring complex hardware/software systems to life Debug and solve real-world system issues across software, hardware, networking, timing, and controls boundaries Set a high bar for code quality, system reliability, testability, and maintainability through strong engineering practices Contribute to product roadmap decisions, technical strategy, and long-term platform architecture Support deployments at customer sites by partnering with implementation teams to ensure systems are robust, scalable, and supportable

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