Software Engineer

Join Brooks Automation in Chelmsford, MA (hybrid) to build embedded software that supports robotics and automation products, from motion control to diagnostics and field support.

Responsibilities

• Develop embedded software for new and legacy products within the Robotics Automation Group, including robot motion control, vacuum chamber sub-system interfaces, and self-diagnostics
• Work with cross-functional engineering, product management, and customers to define software features that support Design-in-Wins
• Create and share software requirements and design changes with peers and participate in design reviews
• Deliver reliable, high-quality software using automated testing best practices
• Contribute to Zero Defects initiatives by researching and evaluating process improvements or new tools to strengthen DevOps software development
• Collaborate on the design of test equipment and the setup of robotic hardware or systems
• Support manufacturing and field service engineers with remote or on-site troubleshooting and investigation of field issues

Requirements

• Proficiency in C++11 or later
• Experience with embedded real-time systems in multi-threaded, interrupt-driven environments (examples: QNX or Real-Time Linux)
• Experience with BSP and low-level hardware interface development, including FPGA integration, hardware abstraction layers (HAL), interrupt handling, and board bring-up
• Knowledge of object-oriented design best practices
• Experience working in a team using modern SDLC practices, including revision control, remote debuggers, and software release processes, ideally in an Agile environment

Technologies

• C++11
• QNX
• Real-Time Linux
• FPGA
• HAL
• Agile
• EtherCAT
• Python
• JavaScript
• MATLAB

What You’ll Bring (Plus)

• Experience working with customers to address field issues
• Experience with robotics, kinematics/dynamics, or motion planning
• Experience with the EtherCAT software stack
• Familiarity with Machine Learning
• Familiarity with Python, JavaScript, MATLAB, or similar scripting languages

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision and Disability Insurance
• 401(k) Plan
• Exempt employees receive company-paid holidays and Flexible Vacation for personal time off and incidental sickness
• Annual discretionary bonus

Compensation

• Base Salary Range: USD 105,593.46 to 142,861.74 per year
• Eligible for an annual discretionary bonus
• Starting pay within the range may depend on geography/market, skills, education, experience, and other qualifications