9 Mothers

Robotics Software Engineer

Austin. Posted a month ago

The role

You will design and implement physical software control systems for interceptor platforms. This involves writing code to control actuators, motor drivers, and sensors using real-time operating systems.

What you will do

  • Design and implement high-bandwidth software control loops and advanced control algorithms.
  • Write high-quality, efficient code in Rust, C, or C++ to control actuators, motor drivers, and sensors.
  • Integrate and fuse sensor data from cameras and IMUs on embedded systems.
  • Translate tracking output from the computer vision system into motor commands.
  • Define, build, and maintain Python tools for calibration, logging, and CI/CD.

Required qualifications

  • Strong grasp of PID control, motor drivers, CAN bus, and RTOS fundamentals.
  • Expertise in designing control and performance for robotics applications.
  • Hands-on experience building embedded robotics systems.
  • Proficiency in Rust, C, or C++.
  • Experience with embedded platforms such as NVIDIA Jetson and camera pipelines.
  • Skilled in managing scopes, logic/CAN analyzers, and basic rework.
  • U.S. Citizenship
  • Ability to pass a background check

Nice to have

  • Experience with ROS2, DDS, or similar middleware
  • Model-predictive or adaptive control expertise
  • PCB design and EMC awareness
  • Safety-critical workflow experience
  • Prior defense startup experience
  • Security clearance or ability to obtain one
  • Passion for building robots or engineering projects as a hobby

Benefits

  • Meaningful Early Equity
  • Direct Roadmap Influence
  • Mission-Critical Work
  • The Builder's Playground: brand-new lab with NVIDIA Jetsons, high-end scopes, and 3-D printers
  • 100% Employer-Paid Premiums for medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 50% coverage of healthcare premiums for dependents
  • Unlimited PTO
  • Zero Red Tape
  • Relocation Assistance

Before you apply

  • U.S. Citizenship required
  • Ability to pass a background check
  • Use of AI tools is strictly prohibited during first-round interviews

About the company

9 Mothers Defense develops AI-enabled systems to counter unmanned aerial threats. The company is headquartered in Austin, Texas.