Lead Robotics Software Engineer, Relativity Space

$160-205k

Plus equity

Linux
C++
C
Senior and Expert level
Los Angeles

Office located in Long Beach, CA

Relativity Space

Aerospace manufacturer of 3D printed rockets

Open for applications

Relativity Space

Aerospace manufacturer of 3D printed rockets

501-1000 employees

B2BArtificial IntelligenceManufacturingDeep TechAerospace

Open for applications

$160-205k

Plus equity

Linux
C++
C
Senior and Expert level
Los Angeles

Office located in Long Beach, CA

501-1000 employees

B2BArtificial IntelligenceManufacturingDeep TechAerospace

Company mission

To upgrade humanity’s industrial base on Earth and on Mars.

Role

Who you are

  • BS or MS in Computer Science, Robotics, or a related field
  • You have 5+ years of experience in hands-on software development, with expertise in Linux kernel, C/C++, and embedded environments
  • You possess leadership qualities, capable of guiding a team through complex software development and integration projects
  • Your experience includes networking with fieldbus protocols (EtherCAT, Profinet, CANbus, Ethernet/IP) and a solid understanding of robotics kinematics and motion control
  • You're proficient in the Robot Operating System (ROS2) and have experience integrating sensors and computer vision into automated systems
  • Demonstrated experience working through software integrations with hardware systems that may lack an API or library
  • Understanding of robotics kinematics, 3D transformations, quaternions and linear algebra
  • Experience installing, configuring and using Linux in a complex network environment
  • Knowledge of motion control concepts and experience setting up motor drives
  • Experience integrating computer vision and sensors into an automation environment

Desirable

  • Experience with industrial robot manipulators (KUKA, ABB, UR, etc)
  • Experience developing in TwinCAT environment
  • Understanding of TwinSAFE safety development
  • Experience developing with Acontis EtherCAT library or similar
  • Industry certification and/or experience with functional safety for machinery
  • Experience with robotic weld systems

What the job involves

  • The Robotics Software Engineering Team is building out an in-house robotics controls platform to enable the development, instrumentation and operation of our large-scale additive manufacturing systems and pave the way for the continuous invention of new capabilities
  • Spearhead a dynamic team of engineers to develop a unified robotics platform, enhancing the architecture for a high-performance, real-time Linux-based system for robotics and industrial automation
  • Engage in hands-on software development, emphasizing kernel level Linux customization for real-time applications and robotic control algorithms
  • Lead by example, coding alongside your team and taking a hands-on approach to problem-solving and innovation
  • Organize the team's work, ensuring projects are on track and align with strategic goals, while providing mentorship and fostering an environment of growth and development
  • Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including hardware engineers and system integrators, to achieve seamless software-hardware integration and rigorous testing protocols
  • Champion safety and code quality, implementing best practices and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Share knowledge through comprehensive documentation and technical presentations
  • Drive technical excellence, offering guidance and mentorship to team members, enhancing their skills and aligning opportunities with their career aspirations

Our take

Relativity Space has set out to build humanity’s multiplanetary future with its innovative 3D printed rockets. The company is at the forefront of software-defined manufacturing, combining 3D printing, AI, and autonomous robotics to create the “factory of the future.” By utilizing 3D printing, Relativity has simplified its supply chain, building rockets in less than 60 days that require 100x fewer parts.

The company has completed its flagship Terran 1 rocket and has begun its initial round of test flights. While the first launches technically failed, as the rocket failed to reach orbit, the attempt is still classified as a resounding success as the rocket managed the highest stress state inflicted on the rocket, Max-Q. The company is set to test the Terran 1 rocket again, before moving on to its Terran R rocket. While the company faces competition against SpaceX, Relativity Space’s cheaper and accelerated building process is well set to be a fierce competitor.

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Insights

Top investors

Few candidates hear
back within 2 weeks

9% employee growth in 12 months

Company

Funding (last 2 of 6 rounds)

Nov 2023

$20m

SERIES F

Jun 2021

$650m

SERIES E

Total funding: $1.4bn

Company benefits

  • Health, dental, and vision coverage
  • Additional stipend for employee wellness
  • 401(k)
  • Equity
  • 11 company holidays & generous PTO
  • Monthly lunches, game nights, holiday celebrations, and offsite events
  • Generous parental leave and provide a $10,000 stipend for fertility, adoption, and other family-building benefits
  • $2,000 annual learning stipend
  • Constant training opportunities, company Lunch and Learns, and access to industry conferences

Company values

  • AUDACITY - Challenge convention in pursuit of an expansive future
  • RELENTLESSNESS - Focus on achieving intentionally meaningful results
  • WONDER - Approach the world with awe and a deep desire to create
  • HUMANITY - Expand possibilities for the human experience in this world – and beyond

Company HQ

Long Beach, CA

Leadership

Tim Ellis

(Co-Founder & CEO)

They are part of the National Space Council Users Advisory Group for The White House. Held a variety of positions at BLUE ORIGIN before Relativity Space was accepted into the YC W16 batch.

Jordan Noone

(Co-Founder)

Former CTO of the company. Co-founder and current Executive Chairman at KittyCAD, and Co-Founder & General Partner at Embedded Ventures.

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