Position:
Software Engineer II
Type:
Full-time position
Compensation:
$70-$95 per hour
Location:
Redmond, WA, USA
Commitment:
10–40 hours/week
Role Responsibilities
Design, develop, and maintain high-quality Python code for controlling complex hardware systems, including wind tunnel fan arrays and associated mechanical components
Implement and optimize control algorithms for real-time performance and precision, including PWM control for fan motors and actuators
Develop software to program and generate airflow conditions including laminar, turbulent, gradient, and time-varying flows
Create and manage control interfaces for secondary systems including robotic HATS movers, lift systems, and multi-channel spatial audio setups
Integrate data from motion capture systems (e.g., Optitrack) for real-time tracking and system alignment
Develop and execute automated procedures for the calibration of wind speeds, acoustic sensors, and other critical measurements
Build and maintain data pipelines for capturing, processing, and analyzing experimental data from sensors
Troubleshoot and resolve complex software and system-level issues to ensure high availability and reliability of lab equipment
Produce clear and comprehensive documentation for software architecture, APIs, and operational procedures
Requirements
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Robotics, or a related field
Professional experience in Python programming with emphasis on hardware control, lab automation, or robotics
Solid understanding of control systems theory, digital signal processing, and data acquisition principles
Strong knowledge of fluid mechanics, aerodynamic principles, and acoustic measurement techniques
Experience working in a laboratory or R\&D environment
Demonstrated ability to debug complex systems involving both hardware and software
Excellent communication and collaboration skills for working in multidisciplinary teams
Proficiency in modern Python and object-oriented design
Experience with scientific computing and data analysis libraries (NumPy, SciPy, Pandas)
Experience with hardware control interfaces and protocols such as PWM, serial, and Ethernet
Experience with audio signal processing or multi-channel data acquisition libraries
Competency with version control systems, particularly Git
Experience using configuration file formats such as YAML or JSON
Knowledge of network communication protocols and experience with REST APIs
Experience with motion control systems for robotics or automation
Familiarity with spatial audio technologies such as High-Order Ambisonics (HOA)
Experience integrating motion capture systems into control software
Experience with aerodynamic measurement techniques such as Particle Image Velocimetry (PIV)
Familiarity with GUI development frameworks for internal tools
Experience with cross-platform software development (Windows, macOS, Linux)
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