As a Senior Software Engineer at Standard Bots, your main responsibilities include implementing core functionalities for our motion planning service, identifying and driving high-impact technical projects related to robotic manipulation, advising leadership on strategic decisions in robotics, and mentoring junior engineers on best practices and concepts in motion planning. You'll dive into both frontend and backend aspects, utilizing technologies such as Node.js, Python, and C++.

For the Senior Software Engineer, Motion Planning position at Standard Bots, you should have a strong technical background with at least 3 years of experience in robotic systems and complex software environments. Full-stack experience is essential, as well as clarity in communication and a passion for making robotics accessible. While motion planning experience isn't required, an algorithmic-focused background is preferred to tackle the challenges in our projects.

The tech stack for the Senior Software Engineer role at Standard Bots includes Node.js, Python, and C++, focusing on motion planning technologies including ROS2 and MoveIt2. You'll also work with infrastructure tools like Docker and GitHub Actions to streamline development processes and enhance the efficiency of our robotic systems.

At Standard Bots, we believe in continuous growth and offer various opportunities for professional development for our Senior Software Engineers. You will have the chance to mentor other engineers, work on challenging robotics problems, and collaborate with a diverse team, all of which will elevate your skills and knowledge in a dynamic environment.

We’re looking for a Senior Software Engineer who is self-driven, optimistic, creative, and resourceful. Ideal candidates should have a keen interest in robotics, exceptional communication skills, a proactive approach towards simplicity and clarity, and a passion for user impact. You should thrive in ambitious settings and be ready to contribute to innovative solutions in the field of robotics.

When answering this question, focus on specific projects where you have applied motion planning principles or worked with robotic systems. Highlight your understanding of the algorithms involved, your role in the project, and how your contributions impacted the overall success.

Discuss your problem-solving strategy by detailing steps you take to analyze issues, your method for prioritizing problems based on impact, and how you work collaboratively with team members to find the most effective solutions. Use concrete examples to illustrate your process.

Be specific about your experience with the programming languages required for the role, such as Node.js, Python, and C++. Discuss how you have used these languages in different scenarios, such as building applications or solving technical challenges, to showcase your proficiency.

In your response, outline the situation and your approach to mentoring. Discuss the techniques you used and how you adapted your mentoring style to fit your colleague's learning style. Highlight the success they achieved as a result of your guidance, demonstrating your leadership capabilities.

Share best practices you follow for writing maintainable and scalable code, such as code reviews, unit testing, and adhering to clean coding principles. Provide examples of how these practices have improved previous projects and increased efficiency.

Reflect on specific challenges you've encountered in your robotics experience, detailing the problem, the steps you took to resolve it, and the resulting success. This shows your ability to tackle difficult issues effectively.

Explain your familiarity with ROS2 and MoveIt2, mentioning any projects where you've utilized these frameworks. Discuss how you implemented features or functionalities, as well as the advantages they provided in your projects.

Describe a specific project you managed, detailing your role, the project's objectives, and its outcomes. Highlight any innovative approaches you applied that led to significant improvements or benefits for the users.

Talk about the resources you rely on—such as industry journals, conferences, webinars, and online forums—to stay informed. Mention how you apply new learnings to your projects, demonstrating your commitment to the field.

Outline your methods for prioritization, such as using project management tools, evaluating deadlines, and considering team input. Mention any past experiences where your prioritization strategies have led to successful project delivery.