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Crossing Hurdles

Robotics Specialist | $95/hr Remote

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Position: Software Engineer II

Type: Full-time position

Compensation: $70-$95 per hour

Location: Redmond, WA, USA

Commitment: 10–40 hours/week

Role Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, and maintain high-quality Python code for controlling complex hardware systems, including wind tunnel fan arrays and associated mechanical components
  • Implement and optimize control algorithms for real-time performance and precision, including PWM control for fan motors and actuators
  • Develop software to program and generate airflow conditions including laminar, turbulent, gradient, and time-varying flows
  • Create and manage control interfaces for secondary systems including robotic HATS movers, lift systems, and multi-channel spatial audio setups
  • Integrate data from motion capture systems (e.g., Optitrack) for real-time tracking and system alignment
  • Develop and execute automated procedures for the calibration of wind speeds, acoustic sensors, and other critical measurements
  • Build and maintain data pipelines for capturing, processing, and analyzing experimental data from sensors
  • Troubleshoot and resolve complex software and system-level issues to ensure high availability and reliability of lab equipment
  • Produce clear and comprehensive documentation for software architecture, APIs, and operational procedures

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Robotics, or a related field
  • Professional experience in Python programming with emphasis on hardware control, lab automation, or robotics
  • Solid understanding of control systems theory, digital signal processing, and data acquisition principles
  • Strong knowledge of fluid mechanics, aerodynamic principles, and acoustic measurement techniques
  • Experience working in a laboratory or R&D environment
  • Demonstrated ability to debug complex systems involving both hardware and software
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills for working in multidisciplinary teams
  • Proficiency in modern Python and object-oriented design
  • Experience with scientific computing and data analysis libraries (NumPy, SciPy, Pandas)
  • Experience with hardware control interfaces and protocols such as PWM, serial, and Ethernet
  • Experience with audio signal processing or multi-channel data acquisition libraries
  • Competency with version control systems, particularly Git
  • Experience using configuration file formats such as YAML or JSON
  • Knowledge of network communication protocols and experience with REST APIs
  • Experience with motion control systems for robotics or automation
  • Familiarity with spatial audio technologies such as High-Order Ambisonics (HOA)
  • Experience integrating motion capture systems into control software
  • Experience with aerodynamic measurement techniques such as Particle Image Velocimetry (PIV)
  • Familiarity with GUI development frameworks for internal tools
  • Experience with cross-platform software development (Windows, macOS, Linux)

Application Process (Takes 20 Mins)

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