Data Engineer at Locus Robotics

At Locus Robotics, we are redefining the future of warehouse operations. As a global leader in warehouse automation, we provide the intelligence and flexibility that modern supply chains demand. Our AI-driven platform, LocusONE, powers a fleet of autonomous mobile robots that work alongside human teams to boost efficiency and throughput. With over 150 industry-leading brands relying on us across 350 sites worldwide, we are constantly pushing the boundaries of what is possible in logistics. We invite you to join our mission as we evolve our infrastructure to support the next generation of machine learning and real-time analytics.

The opportunity

We are looking for a Senior Data Engineer to join our team in a full-time, remote capacity. You will play a pivotal role in transitioning our codebase toward advanced machine learning capabilities. By building scalable, production-grade systems, you will help us drive innovation across our global deployment sites. You will work alongside our optimization and engineering teams to ensure our robots operate at peak performance, helping us maintain our reputation for excellence in warehouse automation.

A day in the life

• You will design and maintain robust Python-based systems that are deployed across our remote robot platforms.
• You will build and refine sophisticated data pipelines, ensuring that our real-time analytics and monitoring tools remain efficient and reliable.
• You will collaborate closely with data scientists to support machine learning workflows, debugging complex system issues through detailed log analysis and forensic performance tuning.

Who you are

You are a hands-on engineer who takes pride in writing clean, production-grade code. You have a strong background in data engineering and a desire to solve real-world problems in the robotics space. To be successful in this role, you should bring the following:

• At least 3 years of experience developing and deploying production-level Python software.
• Expertise in high-performance data libraries such as Polars and Pandas.
• Proficiency in SQL, JavaScript, and ETL processes.
• Experience with containerization using Docker and infrastructure management with Ansible.
• Strong familiarity with cloud platforms like AWS.
• Excellent communication skills in English, allowing you to collaborate effectively within our diverse team.
• Authorization to work in England, Scotland, Portugal, Poland, or Spain without the need for sponsorship.

Why you'll love it here

We believe in empowering our team members to do their best work from wherever they feel most productive. As part of our commitment to a flexible work environment, this position is fully remote. You will have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology that has a tangible impact on global supply chains, all while collaborating with a talented group of professionals dedicated to innovation and continuous improvement.