Staff Software Engineer, Robotics

Divergent is building the new industrial age. Every day, our teams design, manufacture, and assemble advanced systems for some of the world’s most demanding industries. Our integrated engineering and manufacturing platform transforms complex designs into production-ready solutions, helping customers move faster, build smarter, and deliver critical systems when they matter most. Divergent is a qualified Tier 1 supplier to global automotive OEMs and supports leading U.S. aerospace and defense companies. 

Join us and help push the boundaries of what can be built.

Purpose

Divergent is transforming how complex products are designed and manufactured through a fully digital production system that combines advanced software, industrial robotics, and large-scale metal additive manufacturing. We are seeking a Staff Robotics Software Engineer to design, develop, and optimize the robotics and machine-control software that powers our automated manufacturing platform. This role is intended for a highly experienced engineer who thrives on solving complex technical challenges, building robust software systems, and working at the intersection of robotics, automation, and advanced manufacturing. You will be a hands-on technical expert responsible for architecting and implementing software that controls robotic systems, manufacturing equipment, and automated production processes. Your work will directly impact factory performance, machine reliability, production throughput, and the evolution of Divergent's next-generation manufacturing technologies.

The Role

Robotics Software Development

• Design, develop, test, and maintain software that controls robotic systems, automated manufacturing equipment, and production workflows.
• Build reliable and scalable software solutions for industrial robotics, motion-control systems, sensors, machine vision systems, and factory automation infrastructure.
• Develop applications that coordinate complex interactions between robots, manufacturing equipment, and production systems.
• Implement software that enables high-performance, repeatable, and highly automated manufacturing processes.
• Optimize software performance, reliability, maintainability, and system throughput.

Machine Control & Automation

• Develop machine-control software for additive manufacturing systems, robotic cells, and production equipment.
• Design software architectures that support real-time decision-making and coordinated robotic operations.
• Integrate hardware, sensors, actuators, and automation systems into production-ready software solutions.
• Investigate and resolve complex software, integration, and system-level issues in manufacturing environments.
• Support deployment and commissioning of new manufacturing technologies and automation systems.

System Architecture & Technical Problem Solving

• Architect robust software solutions for highly automated production environments.
• Evaluate tradeoffs between performance, scalability, reliability, and maintainability.
• Contribute to technical design reviews and software architecture discussions.
• Identify opportunities to improve factory automation capabilities through software innovation.
• Develop tools, frameworks, and infrastructure that improve engineering efficiency and system performance.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner closely with Robotics, Manufacturing, Controls, Mechanical, Electrical, and Product Engineering teams.
• Translate manufacturing and automation requirements into scalable software solutions.
• Collaborate on system integration efforts involving robotics, controls, sensors, and production equipment.
• Support root-cause analysis and resolution of complex operational and production issues.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Robotics, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical field.
• 8+ years of professional software engineering experience, with significant experience developing robotics, automation, industrial systems, or machine-control software.
• Strong proficiency in C++, C#, Python, or similar programming languages.
• Experience developing software that interfaces directly with hardware, robotics systems, industrial equipment, or automated machinery.
• Experience designing and implementing complex software systems deployed in production environments.
• Strong debugging, troubleshooting, and systems-thinking skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degree in Computer Science, Robotics, Controls Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience with industrial robotics platforms such as ABB, FANUC, KUKA, or Yaskawa.
• Experience with motion control, machine vision, path planning, automation systems, or robotic work cells.
• Experience with real-time software systems and distributed control architectures.
• Experience in advanced manufacturing, additive manufacturing, aerospace, automotive, defense, or industrial automation environments.
• Familiarity with PLCs, industrial communication protocols, and manufacturing execution systems.
• Experience developing software for production environments where reliability and uptime are critical.

Work Environment

• Hybrid 

Compensation

At Divergent, our pay range is based on the level of the job. For this role, we will consider candidates at levels E05 - E06 as evaluated through our interview process. 

• E05 / Senior: $141,380 -$194.390

• E06 / Staff: $163,270 - $224,500

Pay Range

$141,380—$224,500 USD

What We Offer:

• Holistic Compensation Package: Enjoy a world-class compensation package that includes a competitive salary, equity plan, and discretionary results-based incentive bonus opportunities, ensuring you're truly valued for your contributions.
• Wellness and Time Off: Embrace a healthy lifestyle with paid vacation, sick time, and company holidays, including a year-end shutdown to recharge. We support growing families with paid parental leave, recognizing the importance of bonding time.
• Comprehensive Health and Wellness: Prioritize your well-being with our comprehensive health and wellness benefits, offering both HMO and Premium PPO options. Additionally, benefit from company-sponsored life insurance and short and long-term disability coverage for peace of mind.
• Investment in Growth: We're committed to your professional development. Take advantage of reimbursement opportunities for learning and development initiatives, empowering you to continuously expand your skill set and reach peak performance.
• Collaborative and High-Performing Environment: Join our collaborative, dynamic, and high-performing team within a fast-paced, mission-driven company. Together, we're disrupting the traditional manufacturing industry, fostering innovation, and integrating people and technology to reduce our footprint. 

Equal Employment Opportunity

Divergent is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected characteristic. Divergent provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.

EEO Poster 

In order to adjust to changes in our business, it may become necessary to add, remove or modify certain duties and responsibilities, or to reassign you to another job position. From time to time you may be asked to work on special projects or to assist with other work. Your cooperation and assistance in performing such additional work is expected. 

E-Verify: Right to Work

Our company participates in E-Verify. E-Verify is a program that electronically confirms a candidate’s eligibility to work in the United States after completing the Employment Eligibility Verification (Form I-9). The information provided on the Form I-9 is compared to the records contained in the Social Security Administration and Department of Homeland Security (DHS) databases. This helps employers verify the identity and employment eligibility of newly hired employees.

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Pursuant to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO), we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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