Join Atoms as a Senior Robotics Test Engineer to tackle complex hardware and software integration challenges in real-world robotics.
Posted by employer 3 months ago
First seen on Joblaze 1 month ago
Last verified on the company career page 1 day ago
Requirements
- Experience
- 3+ years
Not disclosed in this posting: visa sponsorship.
Benefits
Joblaze summary
In the role of Senior Robotics Test Engineer at Atoms, the individual will focus on developing processes and software for testing and integrating hardware systems. Key skills include proficiency in C++, Python, and Linux, along with a strong background in troubleshooting complex hardware-software interactions. This position is ideal for someone with at least three years of relevant experience who thrives in a collaborative environment and is passionate about advancing automation in physical industries. Atoms emphasizes teamwork and innovation, making it a dynamic place for engineers committed to impactful solutions.
Joblaze insights
- Listed about a month ago — first seen on Joblaze September 3, 2026. Last confirmed on Atoms's careers page October 27, 2026.
- This exact title is also open at 1 other location at Atoms: San Francisco, CA.
- Salary band is above the typical range for comparable tech roles (median ~$130,000).
- Starts above 89% of 290 comparable senior other roles in United States that list Python we track (median $150,000 across 57 companies). See Python salary trends
- Python appears in 16.9% of 2529 comparable senior other roles in United States; Linux appears in 3.5% of 2529 comparable senior other roles in United States.
Quick facts
- Is the Senior Robotics Test Engineer role remote?
- No — this is an on-site role in San Francisco, CA.
- What's the salary range?
- Atoms lists $182,000–$230,000 for this role.
- How much experience is required?
- At least 3 years of relevant experience for this Senior Robotics Test Engineer role.
- Where is the role based?
- Atoms is hiring for this position in San Francisco, CA.
- What's the tech stack?
- Joblaze extracted these technologies from the posting: C++, Linux, Python.
- What seniority level is this role?
- Atoms targets senior candidates for this position.
- Is this full-time or contract?
- Full-time for this Senior Robotics Test Engineer role at Atoms.
From the original posting
What you’ll do
- Create processes and write software for flashing, bring-up, and testing devices
- Build hardware-in-the-loop tests for actuation, burn-in, and bench testing
- Work with technicians to iterate on processes and SOPs
- Debug tricky software/hardware integration issues with technicians, electrical engineers, and other robotics engineers
- Build tools for technicians: visualization for status, test deployment, test results, test result tracking
- Advise on and iterate on device issue tracking to manage issues over time
- Work closely with manufacturing and PCB engineers
- Work with contract manufacturers to build out process and scripts
What we’re looking for
- Minimum of 3 years of relevant non-internship work experience
- Demonstrated ability to solve complex hardware and software issues through methodical investigation and creative problem-solving
- Experience writing software that interacts with hardware systems
- Strong communication skills and ability to explain complex technical issues clearly to engineers and technicians
- Experience with Linux systems, debugging tools, C++, Python
- Deeper experience working with at least one piece of an autonomy stack: sensors/actuators, networking/comms, electrical systems
- Track record of building processes that scale
- History of building tools that help others debug more effectively
What else you need to know
This role is based in our San Francisco office. Atoms is a company driven by invention and continuous change - we are constantly reimagining our industries, building new products, and refining how we operate. We do our best work together. That’s why all of our office-based teams work onsite, five days a week.
The base salary range for this role is $182,000 - $230,000 per year.
Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package. You may also be eligible for equity awards.
Benefits Summary (USA Full-Time Exempt Employees):
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance
- Flexible Spending Account / Health Savings Account Options
- 401(k)
- Equity
- Sick Time, Unlimited Flexible Time Off, and Paid Holidays
- Paid Parental Leave
- Pre-Tax Commuter Benefit Plan
- Team lunch in our SoMa office every Tuesday and Thursday
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