Senior Robotics Research Engineer

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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.

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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 Senior Robotics Research Engineer to design and develop fundamental new contributions to core robotics libraries and runtime application software for Ambi products, focused on new technology for the future. You will work closely with the Software team and the CTO.

Independently develop robot applications and capabilities (controls, planning, perception)

Lead R&D projects for new AI-driven robot skills, powered by foundation models

Contribute to AmbiOS core libraries in areas such as: (a) scalable AI training, algorithms, models, and evaluation, (b) perception modules, (c) image and point cloud processing, (d) motion planning policies, (e) collision checkers

Support software deployments to AI-powered robotic systems in production with global brands

Modify existing software and configurations for new customers

Eagerness to learn, solve challenging problems, and lead with curiosity

A desire for career growth, ownership of your work, and making an impact

Excitement about amplifying human potential with state-of-the-art robotics

Proficiency in C++, Python, Linux, Git, and, Docker

Expertise in motion planning, contact physics, machine learning, and computer vision

Experience in the following areas: robotics (3D rigid geometry, kinematics, motion planning), software architecture, state machines, multi-processing, operating systems (must know UNIX), drivers (cameras, sensors, other equipment), and software update systems

An MS with four years of experience in commercial robotics software development or equivalent or PhD in a very related subject

(BONUS) Experience in Rust

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

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.

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