Lead Robotics Engineer

Our client, an innovative robotics start-up specializing in outdoor construction and light industrial solutions, is seeking a Lead Robotics Engineer to join their dynamic team. As a Lead Robotics Engineer, you will be an integral part of the engineering department supporting multidisciplinary teams. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong leadership, problem‑solving skills, and a passion for creating practical, reliable robotic systems which will align successfully in the organization.

Job Title: Lead Robotics Engineer

Location: Mountain View, California

Pay Range: starting from $80.00 per hour

• Audit existing engineering efforts across mechanical, electrical, firmware, and software disciplines to validate assumptions and identify risks.
• Define minimum viable product (MVP) and develop phased prototypes, establishing clear scope and technical priorities.
• Establish system architecture, integration strategies, and technical roadmaps to guide product development.
• Make unbiased, data‑driven decisions on project continuation, rework, or discontinuation to ensure project success.
• Create realistic, lean execution plans aligned with budget constraints, working closely with the founder and engineering teams.

• Extensive hands‑on experience in hardware product development, robotics, or mechatronics, particularly for outdoor or light‑industrial environments.
• Proven ownership of multi‑disciplinary projects from early prototypes through manufacturing launch, including low‑volume pilot builds.
• Strong background in systems integration, drivetrain design, motor control, and safety architecture for mobile platforms.
• Experience with person‑following or user‑responsive behaviors using practical sensor solutions like UWB, BLE, or vision systems.
• Embedded control expertise on microcontroller platforms such as ESP
  32 or STM
  32, with knowledge of RTOS or bare‑metal programming.

• Opportunity to lead innovative projects at the forefront of robotics technology.
• Collaborate with a passionate team dedicated to transforming outdoor construction and consumer robotics.
• Work in a fast‑paced environment that values initiative, creativity, and technical excellence.
• Contribute to the development of products that have a meaningful impact on industries and communities.
• Be part of a company committed to fostering diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

• Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
• Dental Plan
• Vision Plan
• Health Savings Account
• Health Flexible Spending Account
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance
• Business Travel Insurance
• 401(k), Plus Match
• Weekly Pay

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