Motion Controls & Robotics Software Engineer

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Job Description Summary:   The Motion Controls & Robotics Software Engineer   is responsible for   the research, planning, design, implementation, and verification of software that controls critical electro-mechanical and robotic motion mechanisms contributing to the function and performance of Accuray’s radiation therapy products. This is a software-forward motion control role for candidates with   demonstrated   experience developing software that interfaces with physical hardware. The role also   assists   with defining high-level architecture and detailed hardware implementation of these motion devices,   leveraging   a cross-functional skillset across Software, Mechanical, Electrical, and Systems Engineering to solve complex engineering problems.   Essential duties and responsibilities:   Product Development Object-oriented software development and hands-on hardware integration for Accuray’s control systems, including robotic manipulators, precision positioning systems, thermal and pneumatic control systems. Detailed analysis reports (design reviews, control system models, DFMEA, etc.), debugging, reliability cycling, system integration, and formal software/hardware testing are key components of the development activities.   Researches , analyzes,   plans   and implements the control system design   in accordance with   product requirements as   established   from various sources including marketing, manufacturing, reliability, and customer specification documents.   Drives distillation of system level requirements into sub-system and component level requirements.   Develops and executes comprehensive test plans, including manual, automated, unit, integration, and system-level tests, to rigorously verify developed software and hardware against defined requirements and specifications.   Hands-on, data driven problem solving – commonly working directly with motion hardware to move development efforts forward.   Assists   with hardware prototype builds and troubleshooting as needed.   Documents,   implements   and tests applicable design requirements for production. This includes supporting   transfer   of relevant design output documents, recommended assembly and test instructions, and service troubleshooting support.   Collaborates closely and   frequently   with Embedded Software Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, and test teams throughout the software development and product development lifecycle.   Provides subject matter expert input and guidance for field service escalations into engineering.   Supports the Mechanical Systems Manager in   establishing   or updating project and departmental deliverables.   LEADERSHIP   Provides technical leadership, leads by example, and mentors other employees within   Project teams   and Product Development.    May serve as the lead Engineer on projects, and coordinate the work of other engineers, technicians, or contributors.   Assures that quality processes are followed on   projects and   within the Mechanical Systems group.   Contributes to the development or improvement of processes.   SAFETY AND QUALITY   Ensures safety and quality considerations and requirements are proactively addressed and implemented in product design.   Address and manage in a timely   fashion   safety and quality issues raised by customers or staff.   Supports Accuray’s Quality System and Safety and Health Program by following procedures and mentoring others.   Qualifications :   a.   Required   Education:   Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science , Software Engineering, Robotics Engineering, Mechatronics, Engineering Physics, Mechanical Engineering, or a closely related technical field, with coursework or experience in software development for physical systems.   Professional software experience:   Minimum of 4 years of professional software development experience working directly with electro-mechanical, robotic, or motion control systems. Candidates should have taken software from a functional prototype or lab state to reliable customer-ready operation, with attention to memory safety, robustness, maintainability, deployment, updates, monitoring, and field/debug diagnostics. Experience should include hands-on environments where software meets hardware, close collaboration with mechanical, electrical, and embedded engineers, and the ability to critically verify AI-assisted code.   Cross-disciplinary engineering knowledge:   Working knowledge of Mechanical, Electrical, and Software Engineering design principles, including how software interfaces with sensors, actuators, motor controllers, and other electro-mechanical components.   Object-oriented software development:   Demonstrated   proficiency   designing and implementing object-oriented software in C++ and/or Python, including class design, interfaces/abstractions, modular code structure, debugging, and unit/integration testing.   Software development practices:   Experience using professional software development practices such as version control, code review, issue tracking, build/release workflows, and automated testing.   Production