DAQ Software Engineer, Robotics

About the Team

Our Robotics team is focused on unlocking general‑purpose robotics and pushing towards AGI‑level intelligence in dynamic, real‑world settings. Working across the entire model stack, we integrate cutting‑edge hardware and software to explore a broad range of robotic form factors. We strive to seamlessly blend high‑level AI capabilities with the constraints of physical systems to improve peoples’ lives.

We’re seeking talented Robotics Software Engineers to expand our robotics data collection and evaluation program. This highly technical role involves designing, implementing, and optimizing software solutions across diverse robotics hardware. You’ll work closely and collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams; including software, hardware, research, and operations – to drive advancements in our robotic systems.

This role is based in San Francisco, CA, and requires in‑person 5 days a week.

• Help develop and grow our data collection labs, owning the entire integration lifecycle, from identifying and sourcing new hardware to collaborating with mechanical and electrical engineers on setup, software integration, and operational deployment.
• Develop innovative robot control interfaces suited to a variety of morphologies, environments, and tasks.
• Collaborate closely with research and engineering teams to develop automation tools and machinery that facilitate the evaluation of advanced robotic policies.
• Lead the design and implementation of data collection, visualization, and quality control processes.

• Possess strong software engineering fundamentals.
• Have extensive experience integrating and deploying industrial automation systems, off‑the‑shelf robotics, or related hardware into production environments.
• Bring hands‑on experience delivering production‑quality software within collaborative engineering teams.
• Have a strong background in Rust or C++.

$255K – $325K offers equity.

The base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job‑related knowledge, skills, and experience.

In addition to the salary range listed above, total compensation also includes generous equity and benefits.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for you and your family
• Mental health and wellness support
• 401(k) plan with 50% matching
• Generous time off, many company holidays, and multiple coordinated company office closures throughout the year for focus and recharge.
• Paid parental leave (24 weeks paid birth‑parent leave & 20‑week paid parental leave) and family‑planning support
• Annual learning & development stipend ($1,500 per year)

We are an equal‑opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.

For US based candidates:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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