System Engineer – All Locations (Onsite)
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Full Time
Junior (1 to 2 years)
Principal Robotics Engineer- Atlas Fleet Reliability at Boston Dynamics
Waltham, Minnesota, United States
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
RoboticsIndustries
Requirements
- Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering field with 12+ years of professional experience, a Master's degree with 8+ years of experience, or a PhD with 5+ years of experience
- A proven ability to work hands-on with complex hardware and collaborate effectively with technician and operations teams in a manufacturing or lab environment
- Deep familiarity with C++ and Python for on-robot development, debugging, and large-scale data analysis
- Expert-level knowledge of electric brushless DC motor functionality and motor control firmware
- A deep understanding of robotics fundamentals and extensive experience working with complex robot data (e.g., sensor data, joint states)
- Preferred Qualifications
- Experience architecting and implementing large-scale data pipelines and working with time-series databases
- Experience leading the design and development of data visualization dashboards and tools for complex systems
- Deep expertise in statistical analysis and signal processing
- Prior experience in a role focused on robotics reliability, diagnostics, or fleet management for a complex hardware product
Responsibilities
- Serve as the primary controls engineering point of contact for the Prototype Operations team, providing expert, hands-on support for robot bring-up, diagnostics, and repair
- Independently own and conduct deep-dive investigations into the most critical and ambiguous fleet-wide issues, spanning the full stack from low-level motor firmware to high-level robot operations
- Drive the continuous improvement of the automated diagnostic system and other data analysis tools, focusing on increasing the speed and accuracy of troubleshooting for technicians
- Develop and document best practices for diagnosing and resolving common issues, creating resources and tools that empower the operations team to solve more problems autonomously
- Synthesize findings from fleet data and repair operations to provide direct, data-driven feedback to the broader hardware and software design teams, influencing future designs
- Mentor other engineers in best practices for debugging, system analysis, and designing for reliability
Skills
Key technologies and capabilities for this role
Questions & Answers
Common questions about this position
What experience level is required for this Principal Robotics Engineer role?
A Bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering field with 12+ years of professional experience, a Master's degree with 8+ years of experience, or a PhD with 5+ years of experience is required.
What are the key technical skills needed for this position?
Deep familiarity with C++ and Python for on-robot development, debugging, and data analysis is required, along with expert-level knowledge of electric brushless DC motor functionality and motor control firmware, and a deep understanding of robotics fundamentals including complex robot data.
Is this a remote position or does it require on-site work?
This information is not specified in the job description.
What is the salary or compensation for this role?
This information is not specified in the job description.
What makes a strong candidate for this Principal Robotics Engineer position?
A strong candidate has hands-on experience with complex hardware in manufacturing or lab environments, proven ability to diagnose electromechanical systems, and skills in data analysis and providing feedback to design teams, with preferred experience in data pipelines, visualization tools, statistical analysis, and signal processing.
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