Software Engineer - Robotics

Company Overview

Think Circuits is a consulting firm that specializes in addressing complex technology challenges. They bring together world‑class expertise in AI, robotics, and embedded hardware to offer tailored solutions to their clients' most pressing problems. By emphasizing collaboration and innovation, Think Circuits positions itself as a key partner for businesses looking to differentiate their products with unparalleled technology solutions.

Our mission is to be the bridge between challenging technology problems and innovative solutions, leveraging our decades of industry experience building complex systems to create sustainable value for our clients.

Software Engineer – Robotics

Join our team as an Software Engineer – Robotics and play a pivotal role in transforming the landscape of technology. This position offers the unique opportunity to delve into complex challenges, applying your engineering expertise to design and coordinate hardware and software platforms working closely with internal and external stakeholders. Demonstrated industry experience in coordinating the design and execution of a product development program from prototype to mass production is a must.

• Support software design and development for client and in‑house projects particularly robotics
• System‑level design, implementation and documentation of complex robotic software systems
• Own autonomy and software aspects of multidisciplinary team projects.
• Contribute to deployment readiness
  , including testing feedback loops, documentation, and test support
• Collaborate with internal teams and external partners (vendors, contractors, and clients) as needed

• BS in Computer Science, robotics, mechatronics or related discipline
• 2 year industry experience in a robotics or adjacent role
• Proficient in python, ROS2 and other robotic concepts (e.g. IK, SLAM, etc.)
• Experience with C/C++ and Computer Vision.
• Familiarity with robotics‑relevant interfaces like CAN bus
• Experience in electronics, sensor and actuator integration
• Experience with Agile development process
• Ability to work in a team and communicate effectively to colleagues
• Ability to work with external stakeholders such as vendors and clients
• Proficient in AI‑powered agentic workflows such as Claude Code, Codex, etc.

• Previous UGV experience

This is an on‑site position, requiring in-person presence at our office in Oakland, CA and/or client site in San Francisco, CA. May require occasional travel to client deployment sites.

• $116K - $140K annual salary
• Company‑paid premiums for health, dental, and vision
• 401(k) plan with matching.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

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