Senior Software Engineer (Robotics & Intelligence), California

Build the Intelligence Behind Autonomous Systems at Motivo
Are you a high-level individual contributor with a mastery of robotics, embedded systems, and edge AI?
Do you thrive on solving the "impossible" problems at the intersection of real-time sensing, 5G connectivity, and hardened cybersecurity?
Motivo is a premier product development firm where ambitious concepts become functional realities.
We serve as the elite engineering engine for everything from stealth startups to Fortune 100 R&D labs.
We are looking for a Senior Software Engineer to serve as a primary technical architect and lead developer for our intelligence controls for autonomous robotic systems.
The Role: Technical Lead & Systems Architect
At Motivo, a Senior Software Engineer isn't just a coder; you are the technical backbone of our most sophisticated robotic initiatives.
You will own the software lifecycle of complex autonomous machines, moving from rapid prototyping to field-ready deployment.
In this role, you will:
Architect Core Systems:
Design and implement robust software architectures on NVIDIA Jetson Orin platforms using ROS 2 and DDS middleware.
Drive AI Innovation:
Develop and optimize GPU-accelerated pipelines for AI detection, including thermal imaging for fire watch and audio SDKs for specialized acoustic signature detection.
Enable Global Connectivity:
Own the integration of 5G/LTE stacks to ensure low-latency HD video streaming and reliable telemetry in challenging RF environments.
Harden the Edge:
Implement "security-by-design" following NIST SP ********** standards, including AES-256 encryption, TLS 1.3, and secure boot protocols.
Ensure Fleet Reliability:
Build and maintain the "safety net" for our robots, including A/B boot partitioning, robust OTA update mechanisms, and Ansible-driven deployments.
Technical Profile
We are looking for an engineer who is fluent in the nuances of hardware-software integration and thrives in a Linux-heavy environment:
Compute:
Expert-level knowledge of NVIDIA Jetson/ARM64 architectures and GPU optimization.
Robotics:
Deep experience with ROS 2, middleware tuning, and sensor fusion.
Streaming/Video:
Proficiency with GStreamer, RTSP, and WebRTC for complex video pipelines.
Security & Ops:
Experience with Ansible for automation and security tools like AIDE, Elastic Agent, or OSSEC.
Languages:
Mastery of C++ and Python (Modern C++ standards preferred).
Required Qualifications
Experience:
8+ years of professional experience in embedded software, robotics, or autonomous systems.
Edge Expertise:
Proven track record of deploying ML models and high-bandwidth sensing applications to edge devices.
Connectivity:
Practical experience with LTE/5G modem integration and RF coexistence.
Security Mastery:
Familiarity implementing NIST cybersecurity controls and FIPS-validated cryptographic modules.
Education:
BS in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field (MS/PhD in Robotics is a major plus).
Benefits
We're convinced that the team and the projects are hands-down the best part of working at Motivo.
To support that, we offer a solid benefits package including high-quality insurance, a 401(k) match, generous vacation time, and our Monday–Thursday 4/10 work week.
We offer profit-sharing bonuses, which are tied to overall company performance, because we believe in winning together; we're transparent about the company's numbers, and when our hard work drives financial success, employees may share in the upside.
Base Salary Range: $110,000 - $130,000
Salary is dependent on experience, knowledge, and interview performance.
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