Chef Robotics is on a mission to accelerate the advent of intelligent machines in the physical world. As the rise of LLMs like ChatGPT has shown AI has the potential to drive immense change. However we believe AIs biggest impact will be in the physical world given industries like manufacturing food and transportation represent 90% of global GDP. Were starting with food with a goal to put an intelligent robot in every commercial kitchen in the world. We have signed multiple multi-year contracts with various large food companies and we are growing fast. Were backed by investors like Kleiner Perkins Construct Bloomberg BETA and Promus Ventures. We have a great team where you will be surrounded by talented engineers and tech leaders from companies like Cruise Zoox Google Verb Surgical Tesla Nuro Vicarious Amazon Robotics Strateos Built Robotics Facebook Plenty Yelp and Microsoft.
About the Role
As a Senior Software Engineer Full Stack at Chef Robotics youll play a key role in developing cloud-based applications that power our intelligent automation platform. Initially focused on building cloud dashboards that enable line workers to operate and control Chef systems and allow customers to program the system efficiently this role will evolve to encompass extensive backend cloud and infrastructure projects. Youll work on provisioning robots for seamless deployment enabling remote software updates and developing systems for real-time remote robot control. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge robotics technology and shape the software that powers the future of food automation.
As a small team we are focused on building a positive in-office culture. We are looking for individuals who are available to work onsite at the office five days a week and can work start-up-oriented hours.
Frontend Development & User Experience
Own the development and maintenance of the HMI dashboard ensuring an intuitive and responsive user experience
Design and implement modern TypeScript frontend solutions using React and Vite
Create user-facing interfaces optimized for autonomy and robotics operations
Develop internal tools and dashboards using Retool for monitoring and administration
Backend & API Development
Design and implement robust backend solutions that integrate with autonomy runtime systems
Build performant REST APIs using Node/Express Python FastAPI or similar frameworks
Expand REST API capabilities for non-autonomy actions and system control
Integrate real-time pub/sub communication with the autonomy runtime via WebSockets
Maintain secure and efficient data pipelines between on-device and cloud services
Database & System Integration
Work with relational databases (PostgreSQL MySQL MariaDB) and ORM libraries (SQLAlchemy Prisma Sequelize)
Collaborate with autonomy robotics and cloud teams to create seamless interfaces between Chef systems and operators
Interface with ROS or similar autonomy runtime systems
Optimize system performance and reliability addressing latency scalability and fault tolerance
Cloud Infrastructure & Deployment
Improve the performance and reliability of cloud services supporting the Chef system
Work on provisioning robots for seamless deployment across customer environments
Enable remote software updates to enhance performance and reliability
Develop systems for real-time remote robot control and monitoring
Required Qualifications - Technical Expertise
Bachelors degree in Computer Science Engineering or equivalent practical experience
5 years of professional experience in full stack development roles
Strong proficiency with modern TypeScript frontend frameworks (React Vite)
Extensive experience with relational databases (PostgreSQL MySQL MariaDB) and ORM libraries (SQLAlchemy Prisma Sequelize)
Proven experience building performant REST APIs using Node/Express Python FastAPI Ruby on Rails or similar frameworks
Understanding of cloud infrastructure and deployment practices
Experience with real-time communication systems and WebSocket implementation
Domain Knowledge
Understanding of system performance optimization including latency scalability and fault tolerance
Experience with secure data pipeline design and implementation
Knowledge of modern development practices and CI/CD workflows
Familiarity with cloud-based application architecture
Personal Attributes
Strong problem-solving skills with a systematic approach to complex technical challenges
Excellence in technical communication and cross-functional collaboration
Proactive mindset in identifying opportunities for system improvements
Comfort working in a fast-paced startup environment with startup-oriented hours
Commitment to working onsite five days a week to contribute to positive in-office culture
Passion for robotics and automation technology
Desired Qualifications
Experience building user-facing interfaces for autonomy robotics industrial automation or edge/IoT devices
Experience interfacing with ROS (Robot Operating System) or similar autonomy runtime systems
Experience with Python web servers (FastAPI Flask Django Tornado)
Experience rendering 3D scenes in React using or Three Fiber
Background in food production manufacturing or industrial automation
Knowledge of containerization and orchestration technologies
Familiarity with monitoring and observability tools for distributed systems
Key Projects Youll Work On
Enhancing the HMI dashboard for improved usability and responsiveness
Integrating real-time pub/sub communication with the autonomy runtime via WebSockets
Expanding REST API capabilities for non-autonomy actions
Improving the performance and reliability of cloud services supporting the Chef system
Implementing 3D rendering features in the UI using or Three Fiber
Developing systems for remote robot provisioning and software updates
$150000 - $240000 a year
Chef is an early-stage startup where equity is a major part of the compensation package. As the company secures more capital we will gradually increase salary and cash compensation. The starting salary will depend on seniority.
In addition to salary and early-stage equity we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical dental and vision insurance commuter benefits flexible paid time off (PTO) catered lunch and 401(k) matching.
Equal Opportunity Employer
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race religion color sex gender identity and expression sexual orientation national origin ancestry citizen status uniform service member and veteran status marital status age pregnancy status protected medical condition genetic information disability or any other protected status.
Multiple studies have found that a higher percentage of women and BIPOC candidates wont apply if they dont meet every listed qualification. Chef values candidates of all backgrounds. If you find yourself excited by our mission but you dont check every box in the description we encourage you to apply anyway!
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