Robotics Automation Engineer

Meta is seeking an Automation engineer for Robotics and Autonomous software systems to join our Site Engineering Robotics Team. This person will be responsible for implementing software solutions for the Data Center Robotics and Physical automation program. This is a full-time position.

Robotics Automation Engineer Responsibilities

• Work as part of the IDC Robotics team to develop industrial robotics and physical automation solutions

Solidify and stabilize core robot functionality, including computer vision, uptime, scaling backend services and network communications

Accountable for defining, scoping, and prototyping through requirements, feature design, code development, and production release

Actively manage issues, risks, and schedule throughout the project and participate in usability test activities

Actively collaborate with hardware engineers to optimize design, ensure functionality, and support software training and documentation

Self-starter, quick learner, results driven, motivated by innovation, takes pride in the quality of deliveries

Minimum Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in Python and/or Hack (PHP), with a BS degree in Computer Science or related technical field

Experience to quickly learn new programming languages and frameworks

High levels of creativity and quick problem-solving experience, with a proven track record of achieving significant results

Experience in Full-stack (Back-end and ROS development)

Familiarity with data analysis tools or experience working with data analysts

Experience analyzing problems, identifying constraints and boundaries to develop robust solutions

Experience defining use cases and articulating user requirements to stakeholders

Knowledge and experience using results to drive innovation

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge and experience in one or more of the following areas: Robotic arms and manipulators ROS or ROS2, Front end development, Linux networking

Experience scaling solutions, demonstrating a mindset of "scalability"

MS or above degrees in Computer Science or related technical field

Knowledge of robotic manufacturing practices and quality systems

Knowledge and experience in one or more of the following areas: Computer Vision and Imaging (OpenCV) preferably also Machine Learning, Popular software frameworks and systems (React, Thrift, Continuous Integration and Deployment, logging libraries, etc.), Linux and networking

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$129,000/year to $200,000/year + bonus + equity + benefits

Individual pay is determined by skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Compensation details listed in this posting reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, equity or sales incentives, if applicable.

In addition to base salary, Meta offers benefits. Learn more about benefits at Meta.