Robotics Application Engineer

Ai, Inc
Boston, United States
2 days ago
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Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Experienced
Experience required
3 years minimum
Compensation
$125,000.0 - $200,000.0
Working hours
Regular working hours
Job source

Tech stack

Computer Programming Software Debugging Kinematics Motion Planning Performance Tuning Robotic Automation Software Software Engineering Visual Systems

Job description

We’re looking for a talented Robotics Application Engineer to design, customize, and support the deployment of advanced robotic applications tailored to real-world industrial needs. In this role, you’ll act as the critical link between our development team and end-users, ensuring our robotic systems perform flawlessly in dynamic environments. You’ll focus on adapting software and hardware for specific use cases, testing solutions in the field, and providing technical expertise to optimize system performance for complex tasks such as bin-picking and item manipulation., Willing and able to travel up to three months, * Debug and resolve application-level issues, collaborating with hardware and software teams as needed.

  • Adapt and optimize robotic systems for specific client applications, including path planning, perception, and object manipulation.
  • Create and implement task-specific workflows, configurations, and behaviors for robotic systems.
  • Develop user-friendly interfaces and tools to simplify system operation for end-users.

Optimization:

  • Conduct onsite testing of robotic applications to validate performance and ensure reliability.
  • Continuously iterate on applications to meet evolving client needs and improve performance.
  • Provide technical support and hands-on training to clients and operators.
  • Collaborate closely with clients to understand their unique challenges and deliver tailored solutions.
  • Document application workflows and create detailed user guides.

Requirements

  • 3+ years of experience in robotics application development or integration.
  • Strong programming skills in Python and C++, with experience in task-level software development.
  • Experience working with clients to implement and refine robotic solutions.
  • Proficiency with ROS 2 and simulation tools like Gazebo or RViz.
  • Hands-on experience with robotic arms, grippers, and vision systems.
  • Strong understanding of motion planning, perception systems, and kinematics.
  • Ability to troubleshoot and resolve application-level issues in both lab and field settings.
  • Experience dockerizing applications and deploying containerized solutions.
  • Willingness and ability to travel domestic and internationally 25%
  • Willingness and ability to travel internationally up to 3 months during your onboarding period.

Benefits & conditions

Base salary range: USD $125,000 - $200,000 (actual pay based on skills, experience, and, * Medical, dental, and vision insurance for you and your dependents

  • 401(k) with 100% company match
  • 20 days paid time off
  • Parental leave
  • Paid sick leave
  • Wellness or gym stipend
  • Learning and development support
  • Equity/Bonus

About the company

We are a rapidly growing embodied AI company revolutionizing human labor. Leveraging cutting-edge robotics and advanced artificial intelligence, we develop transformative technologies that redefine how work is done across multiple industries-empowering businesses to streamline operations, boost productivity, and unlock new possibilities.

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