Principal Software EngineerBoxbot revolutionizes logistics with adaptive automation, creating the facility of the future. As the industry grapples with labor shortages and rising costs, our advanced solutions effectively meet these challenges. We transform traditional conveyor systems into intelligent, three-dimensional package handling networks, dramatically improving dispatch efficiency and operational productivity.
Our versatile platform seamlessly integrates cutting-edge software and hardware, offering a comprehensive solution that optimizes multiple facets of the supply chain.We're a close-knit team that is well funded and are quickly expanding in order to bring our product to market. We are seeking teammates who take pride in their work and who get excited about building new systems with significant responsibility.We're seeking a Principal Software Engineer to help lead our software development efforts and play a crucial role in shaping the future of our products. This is a hands-on technical leadership role for someone who wants to build production-grade software for large-scale automation systems, not just manage tickets or write isolated application code.
You'll be deeply involved in both high-level architecture decisions and day-to-day coding.ResponsibilitiesOwn the architecture and development of software for Boxbot's automated material handling systems, from core controls to customer deploymentBuild high-performance, reliable C++ software that interfaces directly with robotics, motion control, sensors, PLCs, and other automation hardwareLead technical decisions across system architecture, controls software, deployment tooling, reliability, and performanceWork hands-on with mechanical, electrical, firmware, controls, and field teams to bring complex hardware/software systems to lifeDebug and solve real-world system issues across software, hardware, networking, timing, and controls boundariesSet a high bar for code quality, system reliability, testability, and maintainability through strong engineering practicesMentor other software engineers and help raise the technical capability of the teamContribute to product roadmap decisions, technical strategy, and long-term platform architectureSupport deployments at customer sites by partnering with implementation teams to ensure systems are robust, scalable, and supportableRequirements8+ years of professional software engineering experience, with deep expertise in C++Strong experience building software for complex physical systems, such as robotics, industrial automation, controls, embedded systems, or hardware-integrated productsProven ability to architect reliable, maintainable software for systems that must work in the real worldExperience with real-time or near-real-time systems, multi-threaded programming, hardware interfaces, and Linux-based environmentsStrong debugging skills across software, hardware, networking, timing, and system integration issuesAbility to lead technical direction, make sound architecture decisions, and mentor other engineersComfortable working closely with mechanical, electrical, firmware, controls, manufacturing, and field teamsStrong ownership mindset, practical judgment, and bias toward building systems that are simple, reliable, and deployableBachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical field, or equivalent experienceWhat We OfferOpportunity to work on cutting-edge automation technology with real-world impactCollaborative and innovative work environmentCompetitive salary and benefits packageCareer growth opportunities in a rapidly expanding companyChance to play a key role in high-stakes projects$180,000 - $230,000 a yearBoxbot is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.