Senior Software Engineer, Viam

SDK, C++

$157-213k

+ Equity

TypeScript

Python

C++

Rust

Flutter

Golang

Senior level

New York

Full-stack software platform for robotics & AI

Job no longer available

Full-stack software platform for robotics & AI

201-500 employees

B2CB2BRoboticsDevOpsNo-Code

Job no longer available

$157-213k

+ Equity

TypeScript

Python

C++

Rust

Flutter

Golang

Senior level

New York

201-500 employees

B2CB2BRoboticsDevOpsNo-Code

Company mission

To make building, deploying and managing robots more flexible, affordable and easy to use so that builders can do more with robots while getting them to market faster.

Job

Company

Role

Who you are

Is experienced in C++, with knowledge of other languages such as Golang, Python, or Rust a bonus
Has interest in crafting software for developers and roboticists around the world
Desires to solve sophisticated problems with novel and practical solutions
Wants to create ergonomic and delightful developer experiences
Gets excited to approach new technologies and open-ended problems
Believes in high-quality, tested, and well-documented code

What the job involves

As a member of the SDK team, you will be responsible for the C++ SDK, build system, and common libraries used across the organization
You will make architectural decisions and manage the use of the latest language features while balancing compatibility
You will also have the opportunity to implement features in a variety of other language-specific SDKs, including Golang, Python, Flutter/Dart, TypeScript, and Rust, with more on the way
Build software primarily in C++, with the opportunity to work in various other languages
Lay the foundation for our open source libraries
Enable hardware programming across languages
Collaborate with other teams, such as the Motion Planning and Computer Vision teams
Keep up with the latest language features and ecosystem standards
Have the opportunity to host and attend meetups

Our take

Viam offers an open-source software platform designed for scalable development in industries like IoT, robotics, industrial automation, and smart homes. Its modular, interoperable platform enables developers to manage hardware solutions across various devices and fleets, streamlining workflows and supporting AI-driven innovation.

Initially focused on robotics, Viam recently rebranded to appeal to a wider range of industries, including food processing and marine automation. By broadening its message, Viam has successfully expanded its market appeal and aligned its platform with the needs of diverse industries.

Alongside this success is substantial funding, which will fuel expansion into enterprise partnerships and product development. With growing interest from industries like industrial automation and conservation, the company is well-positioned for future growth.

Kirsty

Company Specialist at Welcome to the Jungle

Insights

Top investors

42% employee growth in 12 months

Glassdoor (5)

Company

Funding (last 2 of 4 rounds)

Mar 2025

$30m

SERIES C

Mar 2024

$45m

SERIES B

Total funding: $117m

Company benefits

Learning & development education reimbursements
Training & mentorship opportunities
100% of medical, dental, and vision benefits covered
Flexible work from home and office balance
20 weeks gender neutral parental leave
Personal prosperity and family planning benefits
Employee resource groups
Catered lunch in the office
Commuting benefits

Company HQ

Lincoln Square, New York, NY

Leadership

Eliot Horowitz

(Founder & CEO)

Previously co-founded ShopWiki and MongoDB where they served as CTO. They also have experience as a Software Engineer at DoubleClick.

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