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# Robotics Software Engineer

- **Company:** Sorting Robotics Inc.
- **Location:** Los Angeles, CA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $130,000.0 - $165,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Amazon Web Services, Computer Engineering, Software Debugging, Linux, Python (Programming Language), OAuth, Software Systems, Web Standards, Large Language Models, Git, Information Technology, Restful APIs
- **Published:** September 4, 2026
- **Apply:** https://startup.jobs/robotics-software-engineer-sorting-robotics-7461842

## About the Role

* Familiarity with Python
 * Familiarity with Git
 * Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, AWS services
 * Familiarity with web standards, RESTful APIs, OAuth
 * Familiarity with Visual Language Action (VLA) models, * Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related fields.
 * Experience with Linux (systemd, journalctl, network manager, permissions).
 * Experience working with Hardware.
 * Experience with Robotic Foundation Models and/or Visual Language Action models.
 * Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
 * Strong communication and collaboration skills.
 * 5 years work experience

## Description

* Work on the development of a foundational robotics policy for our new VLA powered system.
 * Build teleoperation interfaces for real-time robot control during testing.
 * Work closely with mechanical and electrical engineers and guide design decisions based on what software can effectively accomplish.
 * Work closely with customer success and sales staff to translate customer and company needs into software solutions.
 * Travel to client locations as needed for on-site system-level debugging, ensuring the restoration and maintenance of optimal system functionality
 * This is an on-site position. You're expected to work on-site with the other team members five days a week. We are based in Los Angeles.


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