Software Engineer - Machine Learning Operations

Locus Robotics is a leader in the rapidly growing eCommerce order fulfillment optimization space. Our solution helps warehouse owners attain 2-3X efficiency improvement over cart-picking operations, by empowering pickers to work collaboratively with our robots. All this is accomplished while integrating with the operator’s Warehouse Management System, utilizing and optimizing existing facility infrastructure.

Locus Robotics is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Software Engineer to join our Advanced Product Group (APG) focused on model serving and deployment. APG is a forward-thinking group that evaluates product opportunities with 2–4-year roadmaps using emerging technologies, including machine, learning, manipulation and advanced controls.  The ideal candidate will be responsible for implementing cloud-based workflows for training and data management, collaborating with technical stakeholders and project managers to understand project requirements and objectives, and planning and executing proof of concepts and demonstrations for internal and external consumption. 

This position can be based remotely in the US, Canada, England, Scotland or Spain.  We also offer a hybrid opportunity at our research and development office in Nashua, NH. 

Responsibilities 

• Deploy and serve machine learning models within robotic systems, ensuring seamless integration for real-time decision-making and autonomous functionalities.
• Implement cloud-based workflows for training and data management .
• Collaborate with technical stakeholders and project managers to understand project requirements and objectives. 
• Plan and execute proof of concepts and demonstrations for internal and external audiences.  
• Document and share knowledge and refine designs based on team input. 
• Monitor application performance, diagnose bottlenecks, and implement performance improvements as needed.
• Occasional travel to support pilot deployments and product demonstrations may be required.  

Qualifications 

• Bachelor's degree in Robotics, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.  
• 2+ years of industry experience working with Python, cloud infrastructure and cloud orchestration in Torch and Git.  
• 2+ years of experience with Machine Learning Libraries.  
• 2+ years of experience with MLOps, ML development and software integration. 
• Strong organization and communication skills, ability to work with stakeholders to receive and provide feedback for iterative design.  
• Comfortable in a culture of quick, iterative design and experimentation.
• Proficient English written and verbal communication skills required to collaborate effectively with internal and external teams. 
• 15% travel as required.  

Additional Information 

Locus Robotics is an Equal Opportunity Employer