Senior Robotics Software Engineer | Manipulation

WHAT WE DO Gecko Robotics is helping the world’s most important organizations ensure the availability, reliability, and sustainability of critical infrastructure. Gecko's complete and connected solutions combine wall-climbing robots, industry-leading sensors, and an AI-powered data platform to provide customers with a unique window into the current and future health of their physical assets. This enables real-time decision making to increase the efficiency and safety of operations, promote mission readiness, and protect the environment and civilization from the effects of infrastructure failure. ROLE AT A GLANCE Gecko Robotics is using 6-axis robot arms to expand our methods for deployment of sensor technologies and the capture of critical data for manufacturing products. You will design, build and deploy robotic systems using articulated robot arms, robot transfer units, sensors and fabrication tools for the purpose of inspection and defect mitigation actions. The robotic systems you build will reduce manufacturing times, improve quality and increase safety. Given the work you'll be doing on some of our impactful government projects, you must also be eligible for a US clearance. WHAT YOU WILL DO - Advance Gecko from semi-automated methods to fully automated robotic installations at our customer sites - Develop systems that reduce manufacturing span and increase customer knowledge about their products - Build a production quality ROS2 implementation for control of robotic systems - Enable perception based path planning and optimization through sensor selection, algorithm development and testing - Develop closed loop inspect, rework, inspect control loops - Perform system bring-up, calibrations and tuning for efficient operation of automated systems - Mentor team members in industrial automation best practices Technologies We Use - We currently have Fanuc CRX and industrial ABB robots - Software dev: Languages (ROS2, Python, C++, C) Off the shelf software components: MoveIt Pro, RoboDK, Roboguide, RobotStudio, Hardware design: Solidworks, Altium ABOUT YOU You have experienced a variety of industrial automation use cases. You believe that industrial automation is core to supporting manufacturing supply chains. Required Skills - 5+ years of hands-on experience programming and integrating 6-axis articulated robots (FANUC, ABB, Yaskawa or KUKA) - Experience integrating automated system data with custom software - Capable of integrating 2D/3D machine vision or laser profilers for part localization, path optimization and inspection - Experience with automated material removal like grinding and sanding. You understand force control, compliance, and surface finishing - Simulation experience with offline programming tools like MoveIt, RoboDK, Visual Components or manufacturer-specific software - Solid understanding of PLC programming and industrial communication protocols (EtherNet/IP, PROFINET, Modbus) Preferred Skills - ROS2 (Robot Operating System) programming experience - Proficiency in designing electromechanical end of arm tools, fixtures, or cell layouts - Familiarity with Non-Destructive Testing methods (UT, VT, etc.) is a plus, but Gecko can easily familiarize you with this WHO WE ARE At Gecko, our people are our greatest investment. In addition to competitive compensation packages, we offer company equity, 401(k) matching, gender-neutral parental leave, full medical, dental, and vision insurance, mental health and wellness support, ongoing professional development, family planning assistance, and flexible paid time off.  Gecko values collaboration, innovation, and partnership, and we believe we do our best work when we're together in person. We’re an office-first culture but understand that sometimes you may need to work from home. Many people are in the office five days a week, others need a bit more flexibility. Ultimately, we care about the outcomes we achieve - and creating a culture of autonomy and trust that enables that impact. Gecko is committed to creating a culture of inclusion and belonging, and we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.  We believe it is our collective responsibility to uphold these values and encourage candidates from all backgrounds to join us in our mission to protect today’s infrastructure and give form to tomorrow’s. All qualified applicants will be treated with respect and receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, uniform service, veteran status, age, or any other protected characteristic per federal, state, or local law. If you are passionate about what you do and want to use your talents to support our critical mission, we’d love to hear from you.