What We Do

At Terabase Energy, we believe that digitalization and automation will drive the next wave of innovation and cost reduction in large scale solar. To fully unlock the potential of this opportunity, Terabase is developing an interconnected software and construction automation platform. We work alongside project developers, owners, and engineering & construction firms to support the design, optimization, and construction of huge solar projects around the world. Our team is a blend of solar-industry veterans and newbies, thought-leaders, dreamers, software, electrical and mechanical engineers, coders, product managers, project managers, and sales and marketing professionals. We are based in Northern California, with several other offices in the United States and around the world.

The Role

Do you approach the world with curiosity and ask the question “What if?”? Do you enjoy solving interesting engineering problems that no one has solved before by using your knowledge, experience, and creativity to design, build, and test solutions? Terabase’s Autonomy Engineer is a key member of the Terabase Autonomy team, reporting to the Autonomy Team leader. As a member of this team you will work, learn, and grow in Terabase’s unique operating environment and culture: high-growth, innovative, lean, and values-driven. Successful candidates will be highly capable in each of the following dimensions (among others): adaptability, curiosity, resourcefulness, problem solving, proactivity, collaboration, operating in a dynamic environment and being dedicated to the mission of accelerating the decarbonization of the global economy by utilizing digital and automation technology to further reduce the cost of utility-scale solar.

This role involves developing and deploying advanced autonomous/robotic systems and embedded software solutions. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in robotics, embedded systems, and software engineering, with a focus on continuous integration and deployment.

This role is primarily in-person at our Terabase R&D Facility in Davis, California. Some remote work may be considered but will require approval from the leader of the Terabase Autonomy team. Travel will be required to support autonomous system testing at customer project sites approximately once per quarter, with two weeks' notice provided before any travel request.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain robotic and/or embedded systems using ROS (Robot Operating System) or equivalent

• Deploy embedded code using Docker

• Implement CI/CD pipelines to ensure efficient and reliable software delivery

• Utilize Gitflow version control for managing codebase

• Conduct thorough testing to ensure system reliability and performance

• Collaborate effectively with distributed teams to achieve project goals

• Travel to customer project sites for autonomous system testing approximately once per quarter (with two weeks' notice)

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Robotics, or a related field

• 3-5 years of experience in autonomous or robotic systems

• Proficiency in programming languages such as C++, Python, and MATLAB

• Proficiency in ROS for robotic systems development or equivalent for more general purpose embedded system development

• Experience with Docker for code deployment

• Strong understanding of CI/CD processes

• Expertise in Gitflow version control

• Solid testing skills for ensuring system robustness

• Ability to work collaboratively with distributed teams

• Work with our Autonomy Platform vendor to integrate and apply existing products into our unique solar power plant construction context

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degree in Robotics, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field

• Experience with machine learning and computer vision

• Familiarity with hardware-software integration

• Knowledge of network protocols and cybersecurity best practices

• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to innovate in a fast-paced environment

Compensation and Benefits

Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within each posted range individual pay is determined (and may be greater or higher) dependent on work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Terabase offers competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Generous time off and holiday policy

• Remote flexibility

• Flexible time off

• Comprehensive benefits package

• Career progression

• 401k match

• Stock options

• Home office set up allowance

• And much more!

Terabase is an equal opportunity employer. We recruit, hire, employ, train, promote, and compensate individuals based on job-related qualifications and abilities. We strongly encourage people of all backgrounds to apply.

We do not discriminate for any reason including race, color, sex, gender, age, religion or religious creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, military/ veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

We offer a welcoming and inclusive environment in service to one another, our products, the diverse consumers we represent, and the communities we call home.

Principles only. This role is not open to receiving agency candidates and any contingent submissions will not be considered. Terabase Energy does not utilize third party recruitment agencies. Please contact our Recruiting team at careers@terabase.energy with any staffing related inquires.