Manager, Robotics Software Engineering at Scythe Robotics

At Scythe, we are working to reconnect humanity with the natural world. We believe that our reliance on loud, polluting, gas-powered equipment to maintain outdoor spaces is a step in the wrong direction. To change this, we are developing intelligent, all-electric autonomous machines that allow us to care for the environment at scale without the environmental cost. By joining our team, you will work alongside world-class experts in mechanical engineering and computer vision to push the boundaries of what is possible, helping us build a future where technology supports the ingenuity of people to better nurture our planet.

About the Role

We are seeking a Manager, Robotics Software Engineering to join our team in a full-time, remote capacity. In this leadership position, you will be responsible for coaching and developing our software engineers to ensure we deliver high-quality, high-performance products. We are looking for a technical leader who can inspire innovation, foster a collaborative culture, and help us navigate the complexities of building groundbreaking autonomous systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the full recruitment lifecycle for the robotics software team, including identifying talent gaps, managing interview panels, and making informed hiring decisions.
• Provide dedicated support to your team members through regular check-ins to ensure they have manageable workloads and the resources necessary to succeed.
• Foster a high-performance environment by implementing human-centric leadership practices that help individuals meet their professional goals while maintaining rigorous coding standards.

Requirements

To be successful in this role, you should have a strong background in technical management and software development. We look for candidates who possess the following:

• Proven experience managing software teams that include both senior and junior engineers working on real-world products.
• The ability to effectively represent engineering interests to non-technical stakeholders.
• Expertise in building teams through active hiring, training, and development.
• Strong proficiency in software development languages, specifically static or compiled languages like C++ and Rust, as well as dynamic scripting languages like Python.
• A solid grasp of mathematical concepts, including linear algebra, geometry, graph theory, probability, and statistics.
• Experience with ROS, real-time software for mobile robots, and relational databases such as Postgres or SQLite is highly valued.

Location

This position is remote and open to candidates located anywhere.

Compensation and Benefits

We offer a competitive compensation package designed to support your well-being and long-term success. The expected minimum annual cash salary for this role is $160,000, with actual compensation determined by your specific skills and experience.

Our benefits include:

• Equity compensation to ensure you share in our success.
• Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental insurance.
• A 401(k) retirement plan.
• Flexible paid time off and a remote-first work environment.