Systems Test Engineer - Humanoid Program

Boston Dynamics is a world leader in mobile robots, tackling some of the toughest robotics challenges. For years, our awe‑inspiring viral videos on You Tube have shown the world what remarkably capable robots can do. We embody cutting‑edge Artificial Intelligence into advanced robotics, quickly moving from the research lab into increasingly impactful roles across industrial spaces.

The Systems Engineering, Integration, and Test (SEIT) Department of Boston Dynamics (BD) seeks a Systems Test Engineer to help verify and validate the most capable humanoid robot system in the world. This role provides hands‑on technical support to a peer group of test engineers and technicians. The team will include mechanical, electrical, and software expertise. The Systems Test Engineer reports to the Test Programs Manager and helps BD continue development of the most capable full‑body‑manipulating mobile robots in the world.

• Lead and own the execution plans at the sub‑system level for program Design Verification Planning and Reporting (DVP&R)
• Operate and maintain tools for our test framework across all verification test stands, including diagnosis, calibration, and data management
• Have intense focus on test system uptime, site reliability, and test reporting
• Drive diagnostics analysis for detecting actuator/robot failures and improving the pace of failure analysis
• Collaborate and contribute to the goals of a high‑performing test team
• Work alongside reliability/systems engineers to develop and execute functional and accelerated life tests for actuators, batteries, wirings, sensors, and full systems
• Ensure exceptional product system requirement quality to enable exceptional VV&T
• Support system characterization and benchmarking activities

• Bachelor degree in engineering or equivalent experience
• Demonstrated experience in the testing of new, custom mechatronic systems for real‑world applications
• Automotive testing experience is a plus
• Strong interest in working with software systems that interact with robotic hardware
• Proficient in understanding engineering requirements and test plans, and test execution of practical tests
• Experience with work planning, resource estimation, and execution according to plan
• Exceptional communication, conflict management, and interpersonal skills
• 0‑2 years of experience working with teams of test engineers and technicians

• Data analysis and visualization

The pay range for this position is between $80,000 and $105,000 annually. Base pay will depend on multiple individualized factors including, but not limited to, internal equity, job‑related knowledge, skills, and experience. This range represents a good faith estimate of compensation at the time of posting.

Boston Dynamics offers a generous Benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), paid time off and an annual bonus structure. Additional details regarding these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer for employment.