Robotics Software QA Engineer

We are a well-funded startup on a mission to build the nervous system for AI-powered robots in industrial applications.

Founded by leading robotics researchers, we are growing our dynamic, world-class team to deploy robots at scale. Join us in helping people handle more throughout the supply chain!

We are seeking a Robotics Software QA Engineer to test and develop core robotics libraries and runtime application software for Ambi products, with a focus on fixing active customer issues and supporting customer deployments. You will work closely with the Software team and the CTO.

In this role you will:

• Perform regular quality assurance testing on robot hardware
• Contribute to Ambi application code after a short onboarding period, owning an increasing part of app development over time
• Manage and support software deployments to production machines
• Provide on-call engineering support to production machines
• Modify existing software and configuration for new customers

You are a good fit if you have:

• Eagerness to learn, solve challenging problems, and lead with curiosity
• A desire for career growth and ownership of your work
• Excitement about amplifying human potential with state-of-the-art robotics
• Ability to move 50lb boxes for 8 hours a day
• Ability to use a pallet jack (with minimal training)
• Strong communication skills (written documentation and note taking)
• Proficiency in Python and Linux, fluency with vectorization / Numpy
• Experience with object-oriented programming
• Familiarity with standard SW development practices (Git, CI / CD), multiprocessing, multithreading, basic socket programming
• Familiarity with robotics topics such as rigid transformations and 3D geometry
• A BS or MS/PhD in robotics software development or equivalent (CS, CE, EE, MechE)
• (BONUS) Past internship experience in software engineering
• (BONUS) Experience working with controls, collision checking, path / motion planning, state estimation, or camera data

In addition to competitive compensation, we offer benefits such as:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401k with 5% matching by Ambi
• Equity ownership
• Unlimited PTO
• Partial WFH
• Free parking on site at HQ
• Access to a full gym at HQ
• Free lunches 2x per week

PLEASE NOTE:

• All applications must be submitted online for equitable review. We do not accept or review submissions sent via email, including to individual team members or engineers. This policy ensures a fair and streamlined process for everyone.

FOR RECRUITERS:

• This position is direct-hire only; unsolicited resumes from recruiters will not be considered and may result in a fee waiver.

$80,000 - $110,000 a year

Position title and compensation will be matched to applicant's experience.

Ambi Robotics is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage and embrace applicants of all backgrounds to apply!

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Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.