Senior SQA Engineer- Humanoid Robotics at Boston Dynamics

Waltham, Massachusetts, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Robotics, TechnologyIndustries

Requirements

5-7+ years of experience in Software QA Engineering, Test Automation, or Software Development, with a history of shipping and supporting product releases
Prior experience with testing software on hardware systems such as robotics, automotive, or embedded devices
Proficient in test automation with a strong base in Python or a similar language
Expertise in designing comprehensive test plans and executing functional, integration, and regression testing with strong manual rigor
Expertise in Defect Lifecycle Management using defect tracking systems (e.g., Jira) for precise defect reporting, verification, and analysis
Solid understanding of CI/CD practices and experience integrating and monitoring automated tests within continuous integration tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI)
Eligible to work in the United States (no visa sponsorship available)
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with safety-critical systems or real-time control systems testing
Operational familiarity with a Linux development environment, e.g., shell scripting
Experience with Root Cause Analysis on complex, cross-functional system failures

Responsibilities

Design, develop, and maintain the comprehensive manual and automated overall regression test suite, focusing on integration stability
Apply strong coding abilities to contribute new, architecturally sound test modules and libraries to the core automation framework
Contribute heavily to generating detailed Test Execution Reports for major milestones and releases, clearly documenting coverage and communicating quality status to the manager and development teams
Be responsible for the team’s execution of the full regression test suite before each release to ensure high quality for major deployments
Provide technical guidance, code review, and mentorship to Junior SQA Engineers, ensuring high standards for their daily validation, test design, and test automation contribution
Identify bottlenecks and gaps in the SQA process and testing coverage, driving continuous improvement in execution efficiency and reliability

Skills

SQA

Test Automation

Regression Testing

Coding

Automation Framework

Test Design

Code Review

Robotics Testing

Integration Testing

Release Management

Test Execution Reports

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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