Software Engineering Manager, Motion Planning

Software Engineering Manager, Motion Planning

Software Engineering Manager, Motion Planning

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About this role:
Pickle Robot is seeking a seasoned Software Engineering Manager, Motion Planning to lead and expand our motion planning team, scaling best-in-class robotics motion software for warehouse automation. You’ll oversee a team of Motion Planning Software Engineers, guiding efforts to build algorithms that allow our robotic arms to manipulate and unload packages quickly and safely.
This leadership role focuses on team mentorship and growth, driving motion planning innovation from concept to production in fast-paced, real-world logistics environments.
What You’ll Accomplish:

• Mentor, manage, and grow a team of motion planning software engineers
• Foster technical and professional development through code reviews, coaching, and regular 1:1s
• Set high-level vision and provide technical leadership for the motion planning team
• Work with product management and engineering leadership to align engineering direction with product roadmap.
• Ensure robust, safe, and high-performing behaviors both in simulation and on real robots
• Participate in design reviews, algorithm development, and deep-dive troubleshooting of critical issues
• Own the team’s output and ensure the team’s success as the company grows
  
  
  

Who You Are:

• 5 years of experience in robotics software development, with at least two years in a people management role
• Knowledge of motion planning and controls techniques for robotic manipulators and AMRs (e.g. RRT, MPC, trajectory optimization) is a plus
• Proficient in C++ and Python, with experience using ROS or other robotic frameworks
• Familiarity with simulation tools (Gazebo, Isaac Sim, etc.) strongly preferred
• Excellent mentor and communicator, adept at cross-functional collaboration
• Adaptable, curious, and eager to stay ahead of robotics research
• Passionate about leading real-world robotics innovation
• Willing and able to work from our Charlestown, MA office at least three times per week
  
  
  

About Pickle Robot
Pickle Robot is a pioneer in Physical AI for supply chain applications. Today Pickle robots autonomously unload trucks, trailers, and import containers at human-scale or better performance. The alternative is manual work that is difficult, dirty, sometimes dangerous, and increasingly hard to staff at distribution centers around the globe. Pickle Robot is laser focused on automating truck unloading using generative AI, machine learning, computer vision, advanced sensors, and industrial robotics to deliver engineered products customers rely on. Pickle Robot Unload Systems work alongside people on loading docks to make the work safer, faster, and more efficient. Pickle robots are physical AI that unload trucks.
Pickle provides best-in-class benefits including health, dental, & vision insurance; unlimited vacation, along with all federal and state holidays; 401K contributions of 5% your salary, travel supplies, and other items to make your working life more fun, comfortable, and productive.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

• Industries

  Hospitality, Food and Beverage Services, and Retail

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