Ambi Robotics

Robotics Software QA Engineer

Ambi Robotics • US
Python
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.