C++ Robotics Engineer

Job Title: C++ Robotics Engineer

Location - Boulder, CO.  Candidates must reside within commuting distance of our Boulder, CO office. Relocation assistance is not available. Only local candidates will be considered

Overview

We are seeking a skilled C++ Engineer with a strong focus on robotics to design, develop, and optimize software systems that power robotic tape libraries. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to build scalable, real-time solutions for robotic platforms used in data storage applications. 

Key Responsibilities

1. Design, develop, and maintain high-performance software in C++ for robotic systems 
2. Implement algorithms for motion planning, perception, control systems, and sensor integration 
3. Work with robotics to build modular and scalable architectures 
4. Integrate hardware components such as sensors, actuators, and embedded systems 
5. Optimize code for real-time performance, reliability, and safety 
6. Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, backend, and frontend engineers to deliver complete robotic solutions 
7. Debug, test, and validate robotic systems in simulation and real-world environments 
8. Contribute to system architecture and technical decision-making

Required Qualifications

1. Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Robotics, Electrical Engineering, or related field 
2. Strong proficiency in modern C++ (C++17 or later) 
3. Solid understanding of data structures, algorithms, and software design principles 
4. Experience with Linux-based development environments 
5. Familiarity with real-time systems and multithreaded programming 
6. Experience working with sensors (LiDAR, cameras, motor encoders, etc.)

Preferred Qualifications

1. Experience with embedded systems or hardware-software integration 
2. Exposure to Python or other scripting languages for prototyping

Key Skills

1. Strong problem-solving and analytical thinking 
2. Ability to work in a collaborative, interdisciplinary environment 
3. Attention to detail and commitment to code quality 
4. Effective communication skills

What We Offer

1. Opportunity to work on cutting-edge robotics technology 

2. Collaborative and innovative team environment 

3. Competitive salary and benefits 

4. Professional growth and development opportunities 

   Compensation: $80-120K/ year.  While this salary range is a good faith and reasonable estimate, a candidate’s actual salary will be competitive within the range, based on a variety of factors including the candidate’s knowledge, skills, and experience.   

   WHY SPECTRA? 

   Located in the foothills of the Rocky Mountains in Boulder, Colorado, Spectra is an entrepreneurial, private company with more than 40 years of proven success preserving, protecting and defending the world’s data. Spectra offers a challenging, flexible and creative work environment. Our culture is one that drives personal opportunity and advancement and rewards high performance while maintaining a high-quality work-life balance. We offer a casual, hybrid work environment with ample opportunity to learn and grow within the company. Work out on your own or with our trainer at one of the on-campus gyms; grab lunch or snacks onsite or challenge the CEO to a game of pinball; and grow your career with peers who are second to none.  

   SPECTRA IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER  

   Spectra is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse and inclusive workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we never discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of age, color, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military or veteran status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation or any other characteristics protected by applicable law