**Summary:** Meta is seeking a Robotics Automation Engineer to join our Data Center Robotics Engineering team. This team is dedicated to implementing cutting-edge robotics technologies to enable highly efficient and operational safer data centers.The Robotics Automation Engineer is responsible for the design, development, testing, deployment, and sustaining of robotics software solutions throughout the product life cycles to enable physical automation within Meta data centers. This role collaborates closely with hardware and system engineers to ensure seamless product integration, thus optimizing operational efficiency and mitigating risks across the Meta infrastructure. The ideal candidate has proven experience in software development with focus on robotics applications. They demonstrate expertise in programming languages such as Python, C++ and have a practical experience of robotics principles including perception, motion planning, and control. They excel in designing and implementing software architectures tailored for robotic systems, coupled with Practical experience of hardware-software integration. They are proactive problem solvers, thriving in dynamic environments and passionate about leveraging emerging technologies to drive innovation in robotics. The candidate has proven experience in communication and collaboration skills, enabling seamless teamwork and efficient project execution. This candidate must possess proven experience in communication, leadership, interpersonal and organizational skills, plus experience in engineering, program management and analytical skills. This role requires an experienced, dedicated professional to effectively collaborate and influence internal stakeholders, including cross-functional teams and individuals of all levels.If you have an appetite for technology and enjoy working in small, agile, empowered teams solving complex problems within a high energy, dynamic environment then this is the role for you. This position will require some domestic and international travels. **Required Skills:** Robotics SW/FW Integration Engineer Responsibilities: 1. Develop and integrate software algorithms for robotic automation systems, including robot perception, motion planning, control of robot arms and manipulation, and robot backend services to enable data center physical autonomous operation and efficient task execution 2. Design and optimize software architecture to ensure computational efficiency and resource utilization, leveraging best practices and coding standards to enhance overall robotic system performance 3. Collaborate with XFN teams (system engineer, hardware engineer, QAQC, production engineer, operations) to integrate software components with hardware systems, ensuring seamless communication and interoperability for optimal robotic performance 4. Conduct rigorous testing and validation of software modules and systems, employing simulation tools and real-world testing scenarios to verify functionality, performance, and safety requirements 5. Stay updated on advancements in robotics software technologies and methodologies, continuously evaluating and integrating new tools, techniques, and libraries to improve development efficiencies and explore innovative solutions 6. Develop relationships and lead engagements with internal and external industrial and research partners to develop and scale novel technologies from incubation to production 7. Document software design, architecture, and implementation details, fostering knowledge sharing within the robotics automation team and providing technical guidance to partners 8. Create and maintain software technology roadmaps to drive ongoing innovation 9. Develop industry relationships with other data center peers and external organizations to remain current on industry trends and future directions **Minimum Qualifications:** Minimum Qualifications: 10. Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science 11. 10+ years of experience coding with C++ and Python, focusing on the design and development of robotics solutions 12. Comprehensive understanding of robotics principles and concepts, including perception, motion planning, and control of robot arms and manipulation 13. Proven track record in successfully overseeing and managing end-to-end robotics projects from conception to deployment 14. Familiarity with robotics frameworks and libraries such as ROS (Robot Operating System) or ROS2 15. Familiarity with industry standard software development methodologies, version control systems, and software testing techniques 16. Full-stack experience in algorithms and backend services tailored to robotics applications 17. Proven experience to analyze complex problems, identifying constraints, and develop robust solutions 18. Proven experience to work effectively in a team environment, collaborating with hardware engineers, system engineers, and other stakeholders 19. Track record of navigating ambiguity, pioneering process for new technology development, and deploying products effectively for operational success in real world scenarios 20. Mentorship experience to guide team members in evaluating and implementing continuous improvements across product development, issue resolution, engineering tooling, and processes **Preferred Qualifications:** Preferred Qualifications: 21. Master’s degree or above in Computer Science 22. Expertise in as many of the following areas: - Robotics platform such as ROS or ROS2, - Robot arm and manipulator techniques, - Machine learning Computer vision and imaging applications in robotics, - Robot control system including position velocity and force control, - Linux and networking, Internal Meta tools such as Thrift and Hack 23. Practical experience of contributions to the robotics development community 24. Familiarity with hardware design and integration processes in robotics system 25. Experience with data analysis tools or collaboration with data analysts 26. Demonstrated experience in scaling solutions, with a mindset focused on scalability principles **Public Compensation:** $170,000/year to $240,000/year + bonus + equity + benefits **Industry:** Internet **Equal Opportunity:** Meta is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. 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