[Remote] Field Application Engineer at Boston Dynamics

Germany

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Robotics, Automation, Industrial ApplicationsIndustries

Requirements

Candidates should possess a Master's degree in Computer Science, Robotics Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent industry experience in advanced robotics or automation systems. A minimum of 3 years of experience is required, with 5+ years preferred for a Bachelor's degree, or 3 years with a Master's degree. Proven experience leading large-scale Field Applications Engineering or Solution Architecture is essential.

Responsibilities

The Field Application Engineer will deliver robotic solutions to customers, ensuring seamless integration and operational success. Responsibilities include collaborating with customers to align system capabilities with needs, designing site-specific solutions, and traveling up to 50% to customer sites for solution architecture and commissioning. The role involves implementing scalable solutions, managing network infrastructure, monitoring system performance, troubleshooting technical issues, and providing customer training. Additionally, the engineer will lead technical projects, support early-stage product testing, gather and convey customer feedback to internal teams, develop SOWs and customer success documentation, and serve as a subject matter expert on Boston Dynamics products. They will also lead the creation of complex SOWs, perform advanced troubleshooting and root cause analysis, deliver advanced training, develop and prototype integration solutions using the API/SDK, and partner with engineering colleagues to generate feedback and capture requirements. The role involves rapidly identifying system roadblocks, providing leadership and mentorship, and leading technical go-to-market efforts for new products.

Skills

Robotics
System Integration
Solution Architecture
Commissioning
Network Infrastructure
Troubleshooting
Customer Training
Technical Project Management
Product Testing
Customer Feedback
SOW Development

Boston Dynamics

Develops advanced robots for industrial applications

About Boston Dynamics

Boston Dynamics creates advanced robots that enhance human capabilities and safety, focusing on legged robots with high mobility, dexterity, and intelligence. Their flagship products, Spot and Pick, are designed for commercial, industrial, and research applications, performing tasks that are dangerous or physically demanding for humans. Spot, for example, is a 65-pound robot that can navigate complex terrains and avoid obstacles autonomously using built-in AI. Unlike many competitors, Boston Dynamics emphasizes responsible use of their robots, limiting sales to commercial and research clients and ensuring high-quality standards through domestic manufacturing. The company's goal is to improve safety and efficiency across various industries while exploring future consumer applications.

Waltham, MassachusettsHeadquarters
1992Year Founded
$38.8MTotal Funding
ACQUISITIONCompany Stage
Robotics & Automation, AI & Machine LearningIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Remote Work Options
Flexible Work Hours

Risks

Competition from affordable Chinese robotics could pressure market share and pricing.
Layoffs indicate potential financial or strategic challenges impacting future innovation.
Collaboration with multiple stakeholders may lead to strategic misalignments.

Differentiation

Boston Dynamics excels in creating robots with advanced mobility and dexterity.
Their robots are designed for unstructured environments, enhancing workplace safety and efficiency.
Spot and Atlas are pioneering robots in digital transformation and mobile manipulation.

Upsides

Collaboration with Toyota and Hyundai boosts AI-powered humanoid robot development.
Patent resolution with Ghost Robotics opens collaboration on robotics policy and technology.
AI advancements in Atlas position Boston Dynamics as a humanoid robot market leader.

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