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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Software Developer in Test (SDET - **Company:** SDET LLC - **Location:** United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Automation of Tests, C++ (Programming Language), Code Coverage, Software Quality, Code Review, Computer Programming, Software Debugging, Linux, Distributed Systems, Inter-Process Communication, Python (Programming Language), Motion Planning, Routing, Software Engineering, Software Testing Automation Framework, Multithreading, Robot Operating System, Warehouse Management Systems, Performance Testing, Real Time Systems, Information Technology, Build Tools - **Published:** September 4, 2026 - **Apply:** https://startup.jobs/senior-software-developer-in-test-sdet-mujin-company-8703841 ## About the Role * Bachelor's in Robotics, Engineering, Computer Science or equivalent experience. * 5+ years of professional experience in software-driven product development for industrial automation, robotics, or similar industry. * Advanced programming skills in C++ and Python, along with being a Linux power user with experienced in Linux software development. * Deep knowledge in the networking stack, protocols, routing, async I/O, multi-threading, inter-process communication, and debugging distributed systems across service boundaries. * Experience designing QE strategies and implementing QA test plans for complex technology involving electromechanical devices and software ecosystems. * Experience with CI/CD pipelines and build systems for large-scale, multi-module software projects. Preferred Qualifications: * Master's or PhD in Robotics, Engineering, Computer Science or equivalent experience. * 10+ years of professional experience in software-driven product development for industrial automation, robotics, or similar industry. * Background in one or more Robotics Software specialties: Vision, Fleet Management, Warehouse Execution, Motion Planning, Picking/Packing, Device I/O, Simulation. * Experience with real-time systems. * Experience validating both simulated and real hardware-in-the-loop behavior for robotic or automation systems. Physical Demands/ Work Environment: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a Team Member to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. * Travel Requirement: Up to 25% * Ex. Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer * Ex. Ability to work extended hours as required ## Description * Lead the design and implementation of robust systems, processes, and tools to elevate Mujin systems and software quality, reliability, and user experience. * Contribute test coverage, tooling, and simulators across a multi-repo software ecosystem spanning robot control, material handling equipment integration, and fleet/mobile robot services. * Shift-Left quality engineering and test automation principles to incorporate first-time-right goals into the design phase of the software development process. * Set up and maintain test automation frameworks and coach developers on how to leverage them for finding/fixing bugs faster while increasing coverage. * Design and implement simulators for industrial robots, material handling equipment, sensors, and warehouse management systems. * Collaborate with other teams to ensure seamless system interoperability. * Review code and provide developers with constructive feedback to drive continuous improvements in quality and reliability. * Collaborate with cross-functional teams to accelerate/expand test planning to include unit, functional, integration, end-to-end with dependencies, exception (negative) cases, and performance testing, including validating integration contracts and communication boundaries between control services and hardware bridge integrations. * Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues in deployed systems. * Instill discipline and quality-first culture for timely delivery and exceptional user experience. * Proactively diagnose sources of developer friction (release issues, production problems, rework due to gaps and errors) and develop corrective and preventative action plans to address. * Other duties as required. ## Related Videos - [Robots are coming into the wild! 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