Field AI
Systems Engineer, Robotics Hardware
$100K–$200K
Irvine, CA · On-site · Full-time · Posted Jul 20, 2026
- Experience
- 3–9 years
- Education
- B.S., M.S., or Ph.D. in Robotics, Computer Science, or a related field.
About the job
Integrate control systems, autonomy software, and hardware onto new robot platforms, then validate and deploy them in real-world field environments.
What you'll do
- Build platform abstractions and integrate controls, navigation, and electro-mechanical interfaces across robot platforms.
- Validate sim-to-real autonomy and integrated systems through SIL/HIL testing, safety qualification, and field deployment.
- Coordinate cross-functionally and support fleet scaling, safety systems, and charging and docking infrastructure.
What they ask for
- B.S., M.S., or Ph.D. in Robotics, Computer Science, or a related field.
- Hands-on experience with ROS/ROS2 and Python or C++.
- Strong generalist robotics software background spanning controls, navigation, and systems integration across legged and wheeled platforms.
- Familiarity with motors, actuation, BLDC motor controllers, power/electrical systems, and CAN bus, EtherCAT, or similar protocols.
Nice to have
- Experience integrating multiple robot platforms or deploying robots in industrial field environments.
- Background in functional safety, advanced controls, fleet operations, docking/charging infrastructure, or teleoperation.
Pay
USD 100,000–200,000 per year (base salary)
Tools
ROS/ROS2, python, C++, Isaac, Gazebo, MuJoCo, CAN bus, EtherCAT
AI focus
Validate and adapt RL-based autonomy policies from simulation to real-world robot performance.
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