Sr. Software Engineer - Robotics Automation

Purpose 

As a Robotics Automation Engineer, you will be responsible for developing software solutions for Fanatics’ Automated & Robotics Fulfillment Centers. You will work with Supply Chain Technology engineering teams to design, develop, test and deploy software that is critical for integration & orchestrating robotics solutions for Inbound & Outbound processes. You will work on reusable solutions for the Fanatics Fulfillment Network, including WMS, WES, WCS, PLC systems. 

Qualifications 

• 5-10 years of hands-on Agile Software Development experience in a polyglot programming environment 
• 5+ years of experience in Supply Chain Technology, Warehouse Management & Robotics / Automated solutions 
• Experience working with, supporting and integrating third party vendors for Supply Chain Technology 
• Experience in building highly Distributed, Microservices-driven systems & managing complex state in a highly concurrent environment 
• Experience in a Cloud-based Development, Cloud-based Technologies, such as AWS, GCP, Azure and their various managed solutions 
• Several years of experience in any programming language such as C++, C# / Java, GoLang or similar language with a focus on design, develop and implement scalable RESTful services and APIs 
• Knowledge & experience in Supply Chain & Warehouse Automation business processes, including Receiving, Putaway, Picking, Packing, Sortation, etc. 
• Proven experience integrating and managing AGV / AMR robotics technologies & vehicle fleets and/or experience in other automated, programmable Goods-to-Person systems 
• Demonstrates an understanding & experience of AGV/AMR pathing & simulation 
• Experience in a variety of other automated warehouse solutions, such as Automated Put Walls 
• Experience in building or implementing and managing Automation AI and Fulfillment Learning Models for optimized operations 
• Familiarity with PLC and integrations to Warehouse Conveyance systems, in particular for the purposes of orchestrating AGV/AMR fleets 
• Familiarity with Supply Chain KPIs and performance metrics 
• Familiarity with Temporal.io & React/React Native is a plus 

Key Responsibilities 

• Responsible for participating in all phases of the software development lifecycle: design, development, testing and deployment of critical applications 
• Help to architect and develop orchestration & integration solutions for Robotics & Automation technology, in particular AGV/AMR fleet 
• Design, develop and maintain real-time, high-performance software to control / drive technology in the Fulfillment Center 
• Create software solutions for managing goods movement and fulfillment within our facilities – both Inbound and Outbound 
• Help to architect solutions that are highly scalable, transferrable, and observable 
• Define best practices for software development as it pertains to Robotics & Automation 
• Collaborate with Supply Chain Tech engineering teams & product management in delivering software and training 
• Define, Create, and Execute development stories that are scoped appropriately for iterative deliverables against timeline targets in the product roadmap 
• Develop simulation tools to facilitate quality testing for Robotics & Automation software 
• Develop Functional Specifications as part of design deliverables in partnership with the PM team to define what is being built to meet stakeholder requirements 
• Troubleshoot, analyze, and root cause production issues in both software and across technology within the facility 
• Provide input, knowledge and research on key tech, product, & vendor decisions in Fulfillment / Distribution Centers and Supply Chain Network 

 

This position can be remote, with the team operating in the EST timezone and requiring approximately 25% travel to our fulfillment centers.

The expected salary range for this role is $136,000 - $170,000. This is based on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. This role is also eligible for the Fanatics Commerce annual bonus program and an equity award. This salary range is listed in USD and will be determined in part by a successful candidate’s geographic location.

Fanatics is building a leading global digital sports platform. The company ignites the passions of global sports fans and maximizes the presence and reach for hundreds of sports partners globally by offering innovative products and services across Fanatics Commerce, Fanatics Collectibles, and Fanatics Betting & Gaming, allowing sports fans to Buy, Collect and Bet. Through the Fanatics platform, sports fans can buy licensed fan gear, jerseys, lifestyle and streetwear products, headwear, and hardgoods; collect physical and digital trading cards, sports memorabilia, and other digital assets; and bet as the company builds its Sportsbook and iGaming platform. Fanatics has an established database of over 100 million global sports fans, a global partner network with over 900 sports properties, including major national and international professional sports leagues, teams, players associations, athletes, celebrities, colleges, and college conferences, and over 2,000 retail locations, including its Lids retail business stores.  
As a market leader with more than 18,000 employees, and hundreds of partners, suppliers, and vendors worldwide, we take responsibility for driving toward more ethical and sustainable practices. We are committed to building an inclusive Fanatics community, reflecting and representing society at every level of the business, including our employees, vendors, partners and fans. Fanatics is also dedicated to making a positive impact in the communities where we all live, work, and play through strategic philanthropic initiatives.