AI Robotics Software Development Intern

Summary

Headquartered in sunny Los Angeles, GrayMatter Robotics is an AI robotics company that empowers people with smart robot assistants designed for tedious and ergonomically challenging tasks. We bundle our AI software with off-the-shelf robots, sensors, and tools to create application-specific turnkey solutions for customers through a Robot-as-a-Service (RaaS) format.

We are developing brains for robots to transform them into smart assistants for helping humans in tedious and ergonomically challenging tasks. The robot brain comprises machine learning, motion planning, computer vision, and control algorithms. We use the robot brain to power application-specific software for automating surface treatment applications such as sanding, polishing, buffing, and spraying. You will be part of an energetic and cross-functional team dedicated to developing robotic solutions for complex and challenging problems for existing and new markets. You will be working with a dedicated team of professionals in a fast-paced, innovative, and collaborative environment. 

Role & Responsibilities

The AI Robotics Software Development Intern will work closely with a team of robotics, software, and mechanical engineers to develop and implement algorithms and architecture for production software by working with physical robots, sensors, and tools. The role will focus on the fundamentals of planning, learning, perception, and control to solve practical problems.

• Develop and implement algorithms, systems, and architecture for high-DOF robotic systems working in a constrained environment
• Develop high-performance production-ready software packages and systems by enabling GPU programming and other hardware acceleration methods
• Test and evaluate current state-of-art algorithms and techniques of planning, learning, perception, and control
• Other duties and project

Minimum Quals

• Currently in the process of pursuing a BS, MS or PhD in Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering or related field
• Proficiency in C++ and Python production-level coding
• Proficiency in calculus, linear algebra, probability, and statistics
• Excellent technical and analytical skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Self-motivated, proactive, with confidence and initiative for innovation

Preferred Quals

• Experience in GPU programming and/or other hardware acceleration methods
• Experience in manufacturing process optimization
• Experience in developing standard operating procedures and documentation
• Software development for complex function-based software that interacts with sensor inputs, control loops, and redundancy
• Experience with Linux environment
• Background in kinematics / dynamics / control systems / motion planning / optimization / machine learning / robotics / computer vision / artificial intelligence / computational geometry
• Experience in working with ROS and other open-source libraries relevant to robotics

Compensation, Perks & Benefits

• Target Base: $35-$45/hr USD
• Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance
• Paid Holidays
• Regular off-site events
• Discretionary funds for enhancing productivity

Disclaimers

GrayMatter Robotics is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage and embrace applicants of all backgrounds to apply!

GrayMatter Robotics provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

GrayMatter Robotics will comply with federal and state mandates regarding COVID-19 vaccinations. We will require employees coming on-site to be vaccinated or in compliance with periodic testing requirements.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.