Software Engineer, Data Management
Apptronik
Apptronik is building robots for the real world to improve human quality of life and to help solve the ever-increasing labor shortage problem. Our team has been building some of the most advanced robots on the planet for years, dating back to the DARPA Robotics Challenge. We apply our expertise across the full robotics stack to some of the most important and impactful problems our society faces, and expect our products and technology to change the world for the better. We value passion, creativity, and collaboration to help us overcome existing technological barriers in the industry to create truly innovative products.
You will join a team developing state-of-the-art general-purpose robots designed to operate in human spaces and with human tools. It is designed to work alongside humans, mobilize to human spaces, and manipulate the world around it.
JOB SUMMARY
Apptronik is a leader in humanoid robotics, dedicated to advancing technology to enhance human-robot interactions. We are seeking a skilled Software Engineer to join our Data Management team in Austin, TX. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work on building tools and infrastructure for large-scale data collection, storage, and analysis to support machine learning and business operations at Apptronik.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES or KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
- Design, develop, and maintain scalable data management solutions and infrastructure for collecting, storing, and processing large volumes of data.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including data scientists, engineers, and business stakeholders to understand data requirements and implement effective data solutions.
- Build and optimize ETL pipelines to ensure efficient data ingestion, transformation, and integration from various sources.
- Implement data governance and quality standards to ensure data integrity, accuracy, and compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Develop APIs, services, and tools for data access, querying, and visualization to support analytical and operational needs.
- Monitor and optimize database performance and resource utilization to meet scalability and performance requirements.
- Stay updated on emerging technologies and best practices in data management, machine learning, and cloud computing.
SKILLS AND REQUIREMENTS
- Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, Java, or Scala.
- Experience with big data technologies and frameworks (e.g., Hadoop, Spark, Kafka).
- Strong understanding of relational and NoSQL databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MongoDB, Cassandra).
- Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and container orchestration tools (e.g., Kubernetes, Docker).
- Knowledge of data modeling, schema design, and optimization techniques.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.
- Experience with Agile methodologies and practices is desirable
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field; Master’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience is a plus.
- 5+ years of experience in software development, with a focus on building scalable data management solutions.
- Experience in machine learning or AI-driven environments is a plus.
*This is a direct hire. Please, no outside Agency solicitations.
Apptronik provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.