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LiveKit is building the infrastructure layer for the voice-driven era of computing. Our platform gives developers everything they need to build, test, deploy, scale, and observe agents in production. Founded in 2021, LiveKit powers voice AI applications for OpenAI, xAI, Salesforce, Coursera, Spotify, and thousands of others, collectively facilitating billions of calls each year.
You'll thrive at LiveKit if you:obsess with crafting code that is fast, reliable and practical for the problem
are known as the go-to person for tackling tough technical problems
work hard and can build and ship fast
can clearly explain complex technical concepts to others
are a fast learner, frequently picking up new languages and tools
The best way to impress us is with thoughtful Issues and/or PRs on our Github repos 😊
About This Role:Are you passionate about shaping the future of physical AI and robotics? We’re looking for a talented engineer to join the Robotics team. We are building the infrastructure and tools to connect robots, operators, and data pipelines in the cloud. If you're eager to make a lasting impact, we want to hear from you!
What You'll Do:Design and develop core functionalities for our SDKs with a focus on robotics and embedded applications
Work with customers to understand how to cleanly integrate LiveKit features into their platforms
Write clear documentation and examples for users
Work with C++, Rust, Python, and other languages
Experienced C++ engineer with a passion for robotics & embedded systems
Experience working with Rust & building on top of Rust using FFI in various languages
Experience working with embedded linux platforms such as Nvidia Jetson
Experience working with robot middleware frameworks such as ROS2, Copper-rs, Dora, lerobot
You are skilled at navigating complex systems
The opportunity to shape the brand of a fast-growing developer platform
Collaboration with a small, senior team that deeply values craft and creativity
Competitive salary and equity package
Health, dental, and vision benefits
Flexible vacation policy
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