Software Developer II III (Merced, CA)
Milano Technical Group

MTG is looking for competent programmers to join our fast-paced engineering team. Whether it’s balancing a laptop on the handlebars of a quad-bike as you test your new GPS driver or writing code to coordinate a fleet of 10-ton self-driving agricultural vehicles - you will not be short of exciting challenges at MTG.

Minimum requirements:

• Demonstrated fluency in C++ and Python.

• Ability to design, build and test complex and high-performance consumer-ready algorithms.

• Ability to design simulation software that may be later used in client facing software.

• Natural ‘tinkerer’, willing to show a handful of fun personal projects developed outside of school / work.

• Familiarity with MATLAB and web-based languages (Java, HTML etc.)

• Familiarity with GitHub (or other version control solutions).

• Proficiency with SoC and micro-controllers (e.g. Raspberry Pi, Arduino).

• Confidence working with digital electronics.

• Highly self-motivated and self-disciplined.

• Firm grasp of fundamental mathematics.

• Full / clean California driving license. (If not working remote)

• CAD and CAM experience.

• Confidence developing with common communications protocols (TCP, UDP, CAN, Serial, I2C).

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.

• Able to lift 50 lbs / drive large vehicles (not applicable to applicants with a relevant disability).

• Willing to learn new skills as / when the project demands.

• Willing to travel (within California, the USA and internationally).

Extras:

• Circuit board design.

• Structural and thermal FEA.

• Experience in agriculture / Ag-Tech.

• Spanish speaker.

• 3D printing experience.

• CNC experience.

• Experience with GPS, RTK and/or other localization technologies.

• Experience with sensors (lidar / industrial potentiometers / encoders / strain gauges / temperature probes).

• Experience with vision systems.

Experience / qualifications:

• 6 months experience as a major contributor in any research / development environment. (Developer II)

• Optional: 2+ years (Developer III)

• Bachelors in Computer Science / Electrical Engineering / Mechanical Engineering (or other related field) OR equivalent experience (demonstrated at interview).

Expectations:

• Rapidly review and understand MTG’s existing code base to a level where you can confidently contribute new code.

• Manage projects at a high level and assign tasks to fellow team members.

• Motivate yourself and other team members.

• Be prepared for longer hours in-season and working outside for long periods.

• Take personal responsibility and play an active role in development of the company.

• Take pride in the company and help foster strong relationships with our customers.