Senior Robotics Controls Engineer - New York, United States - aescape

Description

Aescape is seeking a Senior Robotics Controls Engineer at Aescape who can collaborate with a talented cross-functional team of software engineers, roboticists, and product visionaries to create a one-of-a-kind experience for our partners and customers. Your objectives will include providing technical expertise and leadership to drive the development of cutting-edge robotics controls solutions. This role presents an opportunity for you to make a significant impact and develop your skills as we revolutionize the massage therapy industry. If you're ready to drive change and contribute to our audacious goals, we encourage you to apply and be part of our exciting journey

This role is based in our New York, NY office

Aescape is the NY-based lifestyle robotics company redefining self-care.

We announced the world's first commercially available, fully automated AI-powered massage experience with Equinox in March - and this is only the beginning. We are in a period of rapid growth, launching our category-transforming product throughout 2024 with global leaders in hospitality, wellness, sports and fitness.

Backed by $80M in funding from investors like Valor Equity Partners (an early investor in Tesla and SpaceX), we've assembled a team of top talent across connected hardware and fitness from industry giants like Amazon, Apple, Peloton, Tonal, Uber, The New York Knicks, and more to bring people and robotics together for better living.

In less than 48 hours since announcing our launch and partnership, publications like WIRED, Fast Company, Popular Science, Sports Business Journal, Fortune and Now This News have covered our news, with remarkable enthusiasm.

What You'll Do

As a Senior Robotics Controls Engineer at Aescape you'll work with an incredibly talented cross-functional team of software engineers, roboticists, and product visionaries to create a one-of-a-kind experience for our partners and customers.

• Develop control algorithms that are at the core of our massage therapy experience and enable the close interaction between people and robots.
• Collaborate with a cross-functional team of software engineers, roboticists, product managers, and designers to deliver innovative solutions to unsolved problems.
• Deliver high-quality, testable code.

What You'll Bring

• MS or PhD in computer science, robotics, controls, or a related field preferred.
• 4 plus years of professional software development experience including developing control schemes for robotic manipulators.
• Strong software development background in C++.
• Background in mathematics, including experience with linear algebra & control theory.
• Significant experience developing bridging the sim-to-real gap for robots.
• In-depth knowledge of software engineering principles and best practices to generate code that is testable, maintainable, robust, and scalable.
• Excellent communication skills and experience working in a collaborative environment.
• Detail-oriented and results-driven with a strong desire to learn.
• Experience with robotics concepts and frameworks such as ROS.

Nice-to-have, but not required

• Experience deploying code in a regulated environment (e.g., medical devices, aerospace, or a similar field) requiring certification and writing safety critical software.
• Familiarity with one or more of the following: Optimal Control, Model-Predictive Control, State Estimation, Control Systems Theory.
• Real-time software applications background.
• Software/firmware in embedded environments experience.
• Prior experience with robotic manipulation of deformable objects.

What's In For You

• The chance to make a difference with a product that will make the world a better, healthier place.
• Being a part of a trailblazing technology company that is anticipated to transform the massage industry.
• A team culture driven by passion, ambition, empowerment, inclusion, curiosity, and fun.
• Super interesting, challenging-but-tractable technical problems to solve.
• We'll grow together-your personal and professional growth are equally important.
• An environment that empowers individuals, emboldens teams, and rewards achievement.
• Early stage equity in a company led by serial entrepreneurs with multiple exits.
• Medical, vision, and dental insurance covered by us .
• 401k with 4% company match.
• Unlimited vacation, generous parental leave.
• Working late? Dinner is on us.
• A competitive pay + equity plan, the salary range for the role is $150,000 - $175,000 plus bonus.

*** Assistance with relocation costs available ***

Begin Your Aescape Career Journey

At Aescape, we're on a mission to redefine self-care for a better world, and we're seeking trailblazers to join us on this journey. We're inspired by individuals who are passionate, driven, and eager to learn. We value diverse perspectives and resourceful, determined individuals who are committed to making a difference. At Aescape, we empower people to reach their full potential, just as our product empowers better living. If you're ready to innovate, create, and make a meaningful impact, we want you on our team.

YOUR JOURNEY. YOUR AESCAPE.