Software Engineer, Bear Robotics

• Experience with a high level language such as Go/Python/C++
• Experience with, MQTT, gRPC, Protocol Buffers, or similar technologies
• Experience working in Unix/Linux environments
• BS in CS or related field
• Prolonged periods of sitting/standing at a desk and working on a computer. The employee routinely is required to sit; stand, walk; talk and hear; use hands to keyboard
• 3+ years of experience designing, developing, and maintaining services and API
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus
• Ability to lift 30 lbs

Desirable

• As a key member of our team, you will design and develop a scalable and secure API to enable Bear software's integration with third-party services.
• You will play a crucial role in enhancing our product's capability to serve a global fleet of robots, ensuring high performance and security.
• Your expertise will contribute to our fast-paced startup environment by transforming high-level requirements into creative solutions that enable seamless integration with our customers and their technologies
• Design and Development: Lead the design, development, and implementation of a scalable, cloud-based API for the integration of Bear software with various third-party services. Ensure that the API can efficiently handle data and service requests for a global fleet of robots
• Collaboration: Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams, including cloud engineers, robotics infrastructure, and human-robot interaction teams, to integrate diverse systems and technologies
• API Security: Implement robust security measures, adhering to best practices in API security and authentication protocols to protect against unauthorized access and threats
• Performance Optimization: Continuously evaluate and optimize the performance of the API to handle high volumes of concurrent requests without degradation of service
• Technical Leadership: Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and team members, fostering a culture of technical excellence and innovation
• Documentation: Document all aspects of the API including design choices, codebase, and updates to ensure clear understanding and ease of use for developers
• Third-party Coordination: Communicate with third-party service providers to ensure seamless integration and functionality across platforms
• Quality Assurance: Oversee rigorous testing of the API, ensuring its reliability, scalability, and error-free operation before deployment
• Continuous Learning and Adaptation: Stay updated with the latest trends and technologies in API development, cloud services, and software engineering to continually bring innovation and improvements to the platform
• Performs other related duties as assigned
• Mentoring: While this position does not include formal supervisory responsibilities, it may require mentoring junior engineers and interns