Senior Robotics Engineer Job at 1X Technologies (Palo Alto)

Senior Software Engineer, Robotics Platform

Chef is looking for a Senior Software Engineer, Robotics Platform, to help us sc...

Location

United States , San Francisco

Salary:

150000.00 - 250000.00 USD / Year

Chef Robotics

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

BS in computer science, robotics, or equivalent experience
Strong experience and expertise in Linux systems, with at least 4+ years experience building complex software in a Linux environment
Excellent software engineering fundamentals
Experience leading and shipping complex software projects
Understanding of network and time protocols, e.g. TCP, UDP, PTP
Knowledge of build systems and tooling, performance optimization, and memory and network profiling

Job Responsibility

Debug and fix difficult low-level systems software problems, e.g. with drivers, networking, Linux configuration
Lead an upgrade of our autonomy software OS and middleware
Investigate load and networking issues and increase performance of our perception and robotics algorithms
Work with manufacturing to develop processes for provisioning robotic systems at scale
Help integrate new robot hardware, sensors, and cameras, and monitor performance
Contribute to overall software architecture design and standards and test and release processes
Champion engineering excellence, ensuring high-quality, well-structured, and well-tested code

What we offer

medical, dental, and vision insurance
commuter benefits
flexible paid time off (PTO)
catered lunch
401(k) matching

Fulltime

Senior Robotics Controls Engineer

We’re looking for curious, driven, and passionate people who want to help shape ...

Location

United States , Palo Alto

Salary:

137861.00 - 240000.00 USD / Year

1X Technologies

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

3+ years of practical experience deploying and debugging controls or estimation‑adjacent software on high‑degree‑of‑freedom robots
Solid understanding of rigid body dynamics, linear algebra, and numerical optimization
Familiarity with optimization‑based whole body control, extended Kalman filter (EKF)‑based state estimators, or model predictive control for legged systems
Proficiency working with large C++ code bases in a Linux development environment
Familiarity with modern software development practices, source control, and testing methodologies

Job Responsibility

Develop humanoid controls algorithms for balancing, locomotion, and manipulation
Design fast and efficient state‑estimation algorithms
Perform system identification (SysID) and calibration of actuators, transmissions, and full‑body kinematics
Integrate hardware components and evaluate sensors
Build tooling for hardware bring‑up and debugging
Develop software for robot health monitoring, visualization, and logging
Build and maintain APIs used by other software components to command the robot

What we offer

Health, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) with company match
Paid time off and holidays

Fulltime

Senior Robotics Software Engineer, Manipulation

As a Senior Robotics Software Engineer, Manipulation at Chef Robotics, you'll le...

Location

United States , San Francisco

Salary:

150000.00 - 260000.00 USD / Year

Chef Robotics

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

BS, MS, or PhD in Computer Science, Robotics, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field
7+ years of professional experience in robotics software development with focus on manipulation
Expert-level proficiency in Python and/or C++ with strong software engineering fundamentals
Deep understanding of both classical and machine/reinforcement learning approaches to robot manipulation
Extensive experience with robotic waypoint generation, path planning, and trajectory optimization
Proven experience leading and shipping complex robotics software projects
Strong background with common deep learning frameworks (TensorFlow, PyTorch)
Advanced knowledge of manipulation algorithms including grasping, placement, and dexterous manipulation
Experience with force control, impedance control, and compliant manipulation strategies
Understanding of contact dynamics and physics-based manipulation modeling

Job Responsibility

Lead the development of classical and ML/RL-based motion planning and manipulation algorithms that work reliably across thousands of different foods with varying physical properties (stickiness, density, viscosity, texture)
Design and implement novel algorithms to learn ingredient properties on-the-fly and intelligently adapt manipulation parameters in real-time
Develop robust manipulation strategies that can handle edge cases and unexpected ingredient behaviors
Incorporate new sensor data including force control, tactile feedback, and vision systems for enhanced manipulation precision
Develop sensor fusion algorithms that combine multiple data sources for improved manipulation decision-making
Implement real-time feedback loops that adjust manipulation parameters based on sensor input
Design calibration systems for accurate sensor-based manipulation control
Create diagnostic systems to monitor and validate sensor performance during manipulation tasks
Analyze manipulation performance across different ingredients and environmental conditions
Optimize manipulation trajectories and control parameters for maximum throughput while maintaining quality

What we offer

medical, dental, and vision insurance
commuter benefits
flexible paid time off (PTO)
catered lunch
401(k) matching
early-stage equity

Fulltime

Senior Robotics Software Engineer, Test

As a Senior Robotics Software Engineer, Test at Chef Robotics, you'll develop co...

Location

United States , San Francisco

Salary:

150000.00 - 240000.00 USD / Year

Chef Robotics

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Robotics, Computer Science, Computer Vision, Mechanical Engineering, or related technical field
7+ years of professional experience in robotics software development, perception systems, or testing
Expert-level programming skills in Python with advanced software engineering capabilities
Extensive experience with robotics simulation environments (Gazebo, PyBullet, MuJoCo, or similar)
Strong background in computer vision and perception system development and testing
Deep familiarity with robot control systems, motion planning, and real-time robotics software
Proven experience with CI/CD pipeline development and test automation frameworks
Advanced understanding of test automation principles, methodologies, and best practices
Deep understanding of robotics kinematics, dynamics, and control systems with practical testing experience
Extensive experience with computer vision algorithms, image processing, and perception pipeline testing

Job Responsibility

Robotics Test Framework Development
Design and implement automated testing frameworks for robot motion planning and control systems
Develop advanced evaluation frameworks for core robot behaviors over hundreds of scenarios
Develop advanced validation frameworks for real-time control loop performance and stability across diverse operational conditions
Build sophisticated test harnesses for hardware-software integration validation
Architect simulation environments for testing robotic behavior without physical hardware dependencies
Perception System Testing & Validation
Design and implement comprehensive testing frameworks for computer vision algorithms and perception pipelines
Create automated test suites for object detection, segmentation, and classification in food production environments
Develop validation systems for camera calibration and depth estimation accuracy

What we offer

medical, dental, and vision insurance
commuter benefits
flexible paid time off (PTO)
catered lunch
401(k) matching
early-stage equity

Fulltime

Senior Robotics Software Engineer, Planning and Control

As a Senior Robotics Software Engineer, Planning and Control at Chef Robotics, y...

Location

United States , San Francisco

Salary:

150000.00 - 260000.00 USD / Year

Chef Robotics

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

BS, MS, or PhD in Computer Science, Robotics, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field
7+ years of professional experience in robotics software development with focus on planning and control
Expert-level proficiency in Python and/or C++ with strong software engineering fundamentals
Deep understanding of motion planning algorithms including sampling-based, optimization-based, and learning-based approaches
Extensive experience with trajectory optimization, path planning, and trajectory smoothing techniques
Proven experience leading and shipping complex robotics planning and control projects
Strong background with real-time control systems and feedback control design
Advanced knowledge of robotic motion planning including RRT, PRM, and optimization-based planning methods
Experience with trajectory optimization techniques and numerical optimization methods
Understanding of control theory including PID, model predictive control, and adaptive control strategies

Job Responsibility

Lead the development of classical and learning-based motion planning algorithms for complex food preparation workflows
Design and implement trajectory optimization systems that balance speed, safety, and precision across multi-step recipes
Develop robust path planning algorithms that handle dynamic obstacles and changing kitchen environments
Create adaptive planning systems that can replan in real-time based on changing conditions or recipe modifications
Implement global and local planning strategies for efficient task sequencing and execution
Design and implement advanced control algorithms for precise robot motion during food preparation tasks
Develop real-time control systems that ensure smooth trajectory execution with appropriate safety constraints
Create feedback control loops that adapt to unexpected situations and maintain system stability
Implement model predictive control and other advanced control techniques for optimal performance
Design fail-safe mechanisms and emergency stop procedures for safe operation in commercial environments

What we offer

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Commuter benefits
Flexible paid time off (PTO)
Catered lunch
401(k) matching
Early-stage equity

Fulltime

Senior C++ Robotics Engineer

As a Robotics and System Integration Engineer at Cyngn, you will play a vital ro...

Location

United States , Mountain View

Salary:

198000.00 - 225000.00 USD / Year

Cyngn

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

5+ years of experience in robotics software development or system integration
Strong proficiency in ROS/ROS2 and Ubuntu-based systems
Extensive experience with real-time system performance optimization and CUDA programming
Deep understanding of autonomous vehicle architecture and systems integration
Strong background in electrical systems, CAN protocols, and firmware development
Expertise in container technologies (Docker, Podman) and their underlying systems
Experience with configuration management tools like Ansible
Strong programming skills in C++, Python, and shell scripting
Thorough understanding of networking principles and protocols
Experience with high-performance computing and system optimization

Job Responsibility

Design and implement robust robotics software using C++ and ROS/ROS2 framework
Develop and maintain critical system components including state management, health monitoring, and diagnostic tools
Create and optimize high-performance software for processing sensor data from LiDAR, cameras, and other perception systems
Implement and maintain CAN bus communications and firmware update systems
Configure and optimize container environments for various autonomous vehicle components
Develop and maintain system provisioning and configuration management tools
Implement performance profiling and optimization across the autonomous vehicle stack
Create and maintain automated testing and validation frameworks for system integration
Troubleshoot complex system issues across hardware, software, and network interfaces
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate perception, localization, and control systems

What we offer

Health benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA and FSA (Health & Dependent Daycare), Employee Assistance Program, 1:1 Health Concierge)
Life, Short-term, and long-term disability insurance (Cyngn funds 100% of premiums)
Company 401(k)
Commuter Benefits
Flexible vacation policy
Sabbatical leave opportunity after five years with the company
Paid Parental Leave
Daily lunches for in-office employees
Monthly meal and tech allowances for remote employees

Fulltime

Senior Robotics QA Automation Engineer

As the Senior Robotics QA Automation Engineer, you will assume technical leaders...

Location

United States , San Francisco

Salary:

150000.00 - 180000.00 USD / Year

Chef Robotics

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Minimum of seven years of experience in QA automation engineering
At least three years specifically focused on robotics or automation systems
Proficiency in Python programming
Proven experience in utilizing test automation frameworks such as Pytest, Robot Framework, or similar
Experience with robot simulation tools (ROS, Gazebo)
Solid understanding of robotics control systems
Competence in utilizing CI/CD tools (Jenkins, GitLab, GitHub Actions)
Experience integrating automated tests into deployment pipelines
Demonstrated experience testing systems involving conveyor integrations and industrial control interfaces
Comprehensive understanding of test automation principles, design patterns, and best practices

Job Responsibility

Architect and construct scalable automated test frameworks for robotic systems, encompassing the integration of hardware, software, and conveyor systems
Develop specialized testing frameworks tailored to food automation operations, including validation of picking and placement accuracy
Establish simulation environments to accurately replicate real-world production conditions and variations in packaging
Implement HMI interface automation to ensure thorough validation of operator interactions with packaging systems
Formulate comprehensive test strategies that address functional, performance, safety, and reliability aspects of robotic food automation systems
Define test coverage metrics and quality gates to be incorporated into continuous deployment pipelines
Establish automated regression test suites to validate system performance across a diverse range of product types and packaging scenarios
Develop methodologies for validating conveyor-robot synchronization and adherence to timing constraints
Develop and execute automated tests for robotic movements, vision system accuracy, and packaging precision
Construct automated tests for scenarios involving multi-robot coordination and conveyor handoffs

What we offer

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Commuter benefits
Flexible paid time off (PTO)
Catered lunch
401(k) matching
Early-stage equity

Fulltime

Senior Robotic Systems Integration Engineer

To reinvent an industry, you have to build the best team. Join Formlabs if you w...

Location

United States , Boston

Salary:

Not provided

Formlabs GmbH

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Have previous experience (5+ years post grad) designing complex electro-mechanical systems or robotic systems
Knowledge of motion control, sensors, and control algorithms
Experience managing system and subsystem requirements
Well versed in hardware debugging and passionate about understanding why things work (or don’t!)
Are comfortable working fluidly across engineering disciplines - from mechanical design to electrical engineering to embedded software
Comfortable working on Linux systems and scripting with Python

Job Responsibility

Bring together firmware and hardware to enable subsystems in the printing pipeline, delivering fully-functional 3d printer prototypes
Define and implement control algorithms and calibration procedures for complex electro-mechanical and electro-optical subsystems
Developing sensor-based subsystems and characterization sensor performance
Define and manage subsystem and system level requirements, ensuring engineering efforts are aligned with product needs
Debug system level issues and work with the other engineering teams to implement design fixes

What we offer

Robust equity program to build future wealth through RSUs
Comprehensive healthcare coverage (Medical, Dental, Vision)
Low cost fund options in our 401K and access to advisors
Generous paid Parental Leave (up to 16 weeks)
Tenure-based paid Sabbatical Leave (up to 6 weeks)
Flexible Out of Office Plan – Take time when you need it
Ample on-site parking & pre-tax commuter benefits
Healthy on-site lunches, snacks, beverages, & treats
Regular sponsored professional development opportunities
Many opt-in culture events across our diverse community

Fulltime

Senior Robotics Engineer

1X Technologies

Location:
United States , Palo Alto

Category:
IT - Software Development

Contract Type:
Employment contract

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Job Posted:
December 01, 2025

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