Jobs at Apptronik
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Sr. Software Engineer - Robotics
Company: Apptronik
Location: Austin, TX
Posted Dec 07, 2023
Apptronik provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Please, no outside Agency solicitations. Requirements 5+ years of relevant industry experience Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical/Mechanical/Aerospace Engineering/or similar, or equivalent. In this role, you will create high-level planning and control algorithms, implement them in software simulation, and bring them to life on a robot platform. Master’s degree preferred Proficient in C++ in a Linux development environment, with prior demonstrated ability to: Translate complex theoretical concepts and algorithms into practical, efficient, and bug-free software implementations Perform on a fast-paced software development team using standard CI tools like Git while following rigorous documentation and testing standards Strong theoretical understanding of some significant subset of dynamics, controls, estimation, and linear algebra Proven experience developing and debugging real-time, multithreaded software systems Experience implementing model-based feedback control of articulated robots and troubleshooting hardware Excellent communication and documentation skills Nice to have: Experience with complex robotic systems, especially planning and control for grasping and manipulating generic objects with a robot arm in an industrial automation context Familiarity with any of the following: ROS DART TensorFlow Experience with modeling dynamic systems, system identification, and optimization solvers Experience with embedded systems and firmware development Familiarity with RTPreempt and Linux kernel configuration Experience with EtherCAT Qualities: Creative, analytical, and disciplined Perks Competitive base w/ benefits Highly motivating equity incentive package Flexible work hours policy Professional development opportunities Unlimited Paid Time Off (PTO) 401k plan *This is a direct hire. It is designed to work alongside humans, mobilize to human spaces, and manipulate the world around it. We are primarily interested in candidates with prior robotics hardware implementation experience. We value passion, creativity, and collaboration to help us overcome existing technological barriers in the industry to create truly innovative products. You will work as part of a team focused on developing a dynamic humanoid robot robust to unstructured environments and able to perform useful tasks. We're looking for an experienced Sr. Software Engineer - Robotics with proven hands-on capabilities and a strong theoretical background.
Sr. Software Engineer - Robotics
Company: Apptronik
Location: Austin, TX
Posted Nov 12, 2023
Apptronik is seeking an experienced Sr. Software Engineer - Robotics to join their team in developing state-of-the-art general-purpose robots. The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of industry experience, a strong theoretical background in robotics, and proficiency in C++ in a Linux development environment. The role involves creating high-level planning and control algorithms, implementing them in software simulation, and bringing them to life on a robot platform. The company values passion, creativity, and collaboration, and aims to create truly innovative products that improve human quality of life and address labor shortage issues.
Staff Systems Engineer
Company: Apptronik
Location: Austin, TX
Posted Dec 01, 2023
Apptronik provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Please, no outside Agency solicitations. Degree in Engineering, Aerospace, Automotive, Mechanical or Electrical preferred 5+ years of experience leading cross-functional systems engineering efforts in applications of robotics, autonomous vehicles, industrial automation, or related industries. Apptronik Systems Engineers leverage an understanding of many domains, including requirements generation, engineering analysis, interface definitions, procurement, leadership, management, and manufacturing to coordinate and organize full robot system technical efforts. Responsibilities Use systems engineering approaches, including model-based system engineering (MBSE) to manage requirements, milestones, and associated programmatic and system needs Lead cross-functional, multidisciplinary teams to develop requirements, architectures, procure plans, fabrication schedules, and test plans for full-stack robotic systems Create documentation and organize technical information to serve as deliverables in government contracts, white-papers, and presentations Establish individual and team goals consistent with overall company OKRs Work closely with a small team to design, prototype, and test new product features Must Have B.S. Experience leading engineering teams through structured safety analysis efforts, such as HARA, FMEA and Fault Tree Analysis Experience communicating effectively with internal engineering teams and executives Strong communication skills, including ability to author technical documentation and deliver presentations on technical topics Experience leading cross-functional technical efforts through planning, technical requirement development, and interdisciplinary collaboration Experience working in small, interdisciplinary teams in a fast-paced dynamic team environment with rapidly changing roles and responsibilities Strong work ethic and close attention to detail Nice to Have Knowledge of Model-Based Systems Engineering methods Experience with assembly of robotic systems or industrial equipment Experience in Automotive, preferably with construction vehicle development Experience in Additive manufacturing technologies Experience in managing large-scale and dynamic engineering projects Developed products with functional safety and certification requirements Perks Competitive base w/ benefits Highly motivating equity incentive package Flexible work hours policy Professional development opportunities Unlimited Paid Time Off (PTO) 401k plan *This is a direct hire. Salary and title dependent on experience. We seek a passionate Staff Systems Engineer with experience in leading highly complex, technical projects. It is designed to work alongside humans, mobilize to human spaces, and manipulate the world around it. This role consolidates a broad skill set to lead the design of a robust, full robotic system leveraging our established Scorpio technology.
Sr. Manager, Electrical Engineering
Company: Apptronik
Location: Austin, TX
Posted Dec 10, 2023
Apptronik provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Please, no outside Agency solicitations. Responsibilities Oversee a team of Electrical Design Engineers Organize and document best practices and standard processes Develop and implement new processes where required Collaborate with Lead Engineers to staff engineering design efforts and balance workloads Provide technical direction and mentoring to employees on the team Assist in building a world-class robotic design team through coaching, hiring, and fostering a culture of Creativity, Humility, Integrity, Passion, and Curiosity Work together with other departments (Mechanical, Systems, Software, Production) to develop state-of-the-art robotic systems Must Have Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering or equivalent 5+ years of engineering management experience 10+ years of experience in development of robotic systems, or similar (automotive, aerospace, etc.) It is designed to work alongside humans, mobilize to human spaces, and manipulate the world around it. Mastery of engineering fundamentals / first principles High proficiency in CAD (Altium or similar) Exceptional attention to detail Excellent teamwork and collaboration Outstanding organizational and time management skills The ability to multi-task and manage conflicting deadlines Strong written and verbal communication Great team player able to perform within a dynamic start-up environment Nice to Have Master’s in Electrical Engineering or equivalent, preferred Experience standing up design processes and procedures in a fast-paced environment Experience taking products from prototype to production Qualities Active listener, excellent communicator Leads by example Encouraging, helpful, motivational Highly organized, analytical, observant A passion for building things Fellow tinkerers are encouraged to apply Perks Competitive base w/ benefits Highly motivating equity incentive package Flexible work hours policy Professional development opportunities Open PTO 401k plan *This is a direct hire. Specifically, we seek a Sr. Electrical Engineering Manager with proven experience and capabilities in the management of a highly technical group of engineers. We value passion, creativity, and collaboration to help us overcome existing technological barriers in the industry to create truly innovative products. We're looking for a highly motivated and talented engineer with hands-on experience and a passion for robotics to join our team. You will join a team developing a state-of-the-art general-purpose robots designed to operate in human spaces and with human tools. We apply our expertise across the full robotics stack to some of the most important and impactful problems our society faces, and expect our products and technology to change the world for the better.
Sr. Manager, Electrical Engineering
Company: Apptronik
Location: Austin, TX
Posted Nov 15, 2023
Apptronik is a robotics company that is building robots to improve human quality of life and solve labor shortages. They are looking for a Sr. Electrical Engineering Manager to join their team and develop state-of-the-art robotic systems.
Manufacturing QA/Quality Lead
Company: Apptronik
Location: Austin, TX
Posted Dec 02, 2023
Please, no outside Agency solicitations. Familiarity with industry standards, regulations, and quality management systems. Apptronik provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Preferred Skills: Certification in Quality Management (e.g., ASQ Certified Quality Inspector). *This is a direct hire. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Experience with electronic testing equipment and measurement tools. Effective communication skills for collaboration with cross-functional teams. Excellent attention to detail and organizational abilities. Generate comprehensive reports on quality metrics, defect rates, and improvement recommendations.
Director, Product Management
Company: Apptronik
Location: Austin, TX
Posted Dec 02, 2023
Apptronik provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Please, no outside Agency solicitations. safety, compliance, reliability) and software products/platforms (with AI/ML, algorithms, or deep data foundation) Passion for creating product culture and mentoring Product Managers Excellent written and verbal communication skills Nice to Have Masters in Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related areas Startup to growth experience Business Domains: Supply Chain, Warehouse Logistics, Manufacturing Perks Competitive base w/ benefits Highly motivating equity incentive package Flexible work hours policy Professional development opportunities Unlimited Paid Time Off (PTO) 401k plan *This is a direct hire. Responsibilities Define, communicate, and execute the strategy and roadmap for Apptronik’s general purpose robotic platform and industry-focused solutions Grow and lead a team of Product Managers in the collaborative development of product requirements Partner with Engineering and Design leadership to co-lead a cross-functional organization of software engineers and designers in creating a highly innovative, first-of-a-kind robotic product offering Partner with Apptronik’s customer-facing organizations to develop market requirements, engage with early adopters and evangelize our roadmap and upcoming capabilities Must Have At least 5 years of experience leading product teams in robotics, automation, or a related industry 6-10 years of hands-on technical product management experience in B2B (Enterprise) hardware and software products General system-level understanding of robotics with ability to communicate between an interdisciplinary team Strong experience with products that combine both hardware and software, and understanding of what it takes to scale hardware products/platforms (incl. It is designed to work alongside humans, mobilize to human spaces, and manipulate the world around it. In this pivotal role, you will closely partner with our Engineering and Commercialization organizations and build trusted relationships with Apptronik’s early adopter customers to align upcoming product capabilities to future opportunities. We’re looking for an experienced product executive with previous product leadership experience in automation or robotics. As head of the product team you will work with Apptronik’s executive leadership team to drive vision and roadmap of our upcoming robotic automation solutions and the underlying robotic platform. We value passion, creativity, and collaboration to help us overcome existing technological barriers in the industry to create truly innovative products. You will join a team developing a state-of-the-art general-purpose robots designed to operate in human spaces and with human tools.
Sr Electrical Engineering Technician
Company: Apptronik
Location: Austin, TX
Posted Nov 15, 2023
Apptronik is a company dedicated to building advanced robots for real-world applications, aiming to enhance human quality of life and address labor shortages. They are seeking a skilled Sr Electronics Technician to join their team in developing state-of-the-art general-purpose robots. The ideal candidate will have experience in electronics, troubleshooting, and manufacturing at the component level, as well as strong problem-solving and communication skills. The role involves troubleshooting and repairing PCB assemblies, collaborating with engineers, and developing procedures. Apptronik offers competitive benefits, equity incentives, flexible work hours, and professional development opportunities.
Sr. Electrical Engineer
Company: Apptronik
Location: Austin, TX
Posted Dec 02, 2023
Apptronik provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Please, no outside Agency solicitations. Responsibilities Work closely with various engineering teams to conceptualize, specify and implement electrical architectures for various robotic platforms to include humanoid robots and novel robotic manipulators Rapid prototyping of electrical systems at both system and board levels Generate design documentation such as schematics, layouts, wiring diagrams, and assembly and cable drawings Specify and select electrical components such as microcontrollers, servo drives, sensors, and safety systems for robotics and automation uses Convert prototype designs to custom circuit board specifications. Capture electronics schematics and generate PCB designs for manufacturing Perform board bring-up activities including embedded firmware development and circuit validation Create and execute test plans for intermediate and final products, including test fixture design and software development Participate in the debugging and root cause analysis related to hardware and software defect resolution Interface with internal and external manufacturing teams to enhance design for test, manufacturing, and assembly Support existing engineering products through debugging and upgrading designs Must Have Undergraduate degree in Electrical Engineering with 3+ years of relevant industry experience Very strong electrical engineering fundamentals Familiarity with electronics lab tools Experience with simulation tools (ex: LTSpice, PSpice) Excellent communication (verbal & written); will be expected to develop detailed build assembly instructions and diagrams Proven experience designing, prototyping and debugging PCBs A positive attitude and a strong interest in learning new ideas Exceptional attention to detail and engineering discipline Capable of multi-tasking and managing multiple deadlines Great team player able to perform within a dynamic start-up environment Nice To Have Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering with 2+ years of relevant industry experience Competent in CAD tools including Altium, or similar tools Experience designing electronics for lightweight, space-constrained systems Experience with motors and motor controllers Experience designing power electronic systems Experience implementing embedded systems on robots and troubleshooting hardware Experience with battery integration and battery management Qualities Creative, curious, analytical, and disciplined A passion for building things. Fellow tinkerers are encouraged to apply. It is designed to work alongside humans, mobilize to human spaces, and manipulate the world around it. In this role, you will develop electric systems from ideation to delivery for a variety of robotic platforms and projects. We are primarily interested in candidates with prior implementation experience in robotics hardware. Perks Competitive base w/ benefits Highly motivating equity incentive package Flexible work hours policy Professional development opportunities Open Paid Time Off (PTO) 401k plan *This is a direct hire. We value passion, creativity, and collaboration to help us overcome existing technological barriers in the industry to create truly innovative products.
Sr Electrical Engineering Technician
Company: Apptronik
Location: Austin, TX
Posted Dec 10, 2023
Apptronik provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Please, no outside Agency solicitations. Familiarity with working with various tools and equipment (e.g., oscilloscopes, etc.) calibration) Must Have Associate degree in electronics, electro-mechanical technologies, or similar, preferred, or 5+ years of relevant experience Experience in repairs, electronic circuit testing, troubleshooting, and manufacturing at the component level Hands-on experience with electronic testing Good PCB rework skills (SMT, TH, etc.) It is designed to work alongside humans, mobilize to human spaces, and manipulate the world around it. Responsibilities Troubleshoot and repair PCB assemblies and systems Contribute to failure analysis efforts Collaborate with engineers and other cross-functional teams on technical tasks Develop and document procedures Interpret drawings, circuit schematics, and diagrams Test system functionality and analyze data Set up test equipment and test electronic products Manage test equipment currency (i.e. We value passion, creativity, and collaboration to help us overcome existing technological barriers in the industry to create truly innovative products. Strong problem-solving skills Great interpersonal skills Excellent verbal and oral communication skills Proficiency with computers is a MUST - a large part of the job is going to be documentation and process development Writing skills to develop technical manuals and other product publications Initiative and self-motivation - ability to work with minimal supervision (when applicable) Nice to Have Experience with power electronics Knowledge using Altium Designer Perks Competitive base w/ benefits Highly motivating equity incentive package Flexible work hours policy Professional development opportunities Open PTO 401k plan *This is a direct hire. We are looking for an excellent Sr Electronics Technician to support the Electrical Engineering team develop cutting edge electronics for humanoid robots. You will join a team developing a state-of-the-art general-purpose robots designed to operate in human spaces and with human tools.
Software Engineer - Autonomy
Company: Apptronik
Location: Austin, TX
Posted Nov 16, 2023
Apptronik is a company dedicated to building advanced robots for real-world applications, aiming to improve human quality of life and address labor shortages. They are seeking a skilled Autonomy - Software Engineer to join their team and develop state-of-the-art general-purpose robots. The role involves designing and implementing a robust behavior architecture, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and ensuring high-quality software for real-world deployment. The ideal candidate should have a degree in Robotics, Computer Science, or related fields, along with 2+ years of industry experience in manipulation or navigation algorithms. Familiarity with modern behavior authoring methods, strong C++ skills, and the ability to collaborate with other software teams are required. The company offers competitive benefits, including equity incentives, flexible work hours, professional development opportunities, and unlimited PTO.
Sr. Electrical Engineer - Digital
Company: Apptronik
Location: Austin, TX
Posted Dec 06, 2023
Apptronik provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Please, no outside Agency solicitations. Responsibilities Work closely with various engineering teams to conceptualize, specify and implement electrical architectures for various robotic platforms to include robotic manipulators and humanoid robotic systems Rapid prototyping of electrical systems at both system and board levels Generate design documentation such as schematics, block diagrams, test plans and procedures, fabrication and assembly drawings Specify and select electrical components such as microcontrollers, microprocessors, memory, drivers and others Convert prototype designs to custom circuit board specifications. Capture electronics schematics and generate PCB designs for manufacturing Perform board bring-up activities including embedded firmware development and circuit validation Create and execute test plans for intermediate and final products, including test fixture design and software development Participate in the debugging and root cause analysis related to hardware and software defect resolution Interface with internal and external manufacturing teams to enhance design for test, manufacturing, and assembly Support existing engineering products through debugging and upgrading designs Must Have 5+ years of professional experience as an Electrical Engineer Bachelors, Masters, or PhD in Electrical Engineering, or similar, preferred (Masters or PhD preferred) Interest and previous experience mentoring junior team members Competent in CAD tools including Altium, or similar tools Experience designing high speed systems (computers, networking, etc.) Familiarity with architecting computer and networking systems Proficient in designing high speed busses (ethernet, MII, DDR3, etc) Excellent problem-solving and debugging skills Experient with computer architecture, memory hierarchy, and cache subsystems Strong understanding of power-efficient design techniques Excellent verbal and written communication skills Documentation experience - will be expected to develop detailed build assembly instructions and diagrams Nice To Have Prior experience designing electronics for lightweight, space-constrained systems Experience implementing embedded systems on robots and troubleshooting hardware Knowledge of emerging technologies such as AI accelerators or quantum computing is a plus Qualities Exceptional attention to detail and engineering discipline Creative, curious, analytical, and disciplined Capable of multi-tasking and managing multiple deadlines Great team-player able to communicate effectively and perform within an interdisciplinary and dynamic start-up environment Perks Competitive base w/ benefits Highly motivating equity incentive package Flexible work hours policy Professional development opportunities Unlimited Paid Time Off (PTO) 401k plan *This is a direct hire. It is designed to work alongside humans, mobilize to human spaces, and manipulate the world around it. In this job role, you will develop electric systems from ideation to delivery for a variety of robotic platforms and projects. We value passion, creativity, and collaboration to help us overcome existing technological barriers in the industry to create truly innovative products. We are primarily interested in candidates with prior implementation experience in robotics hardware. We're looking for an experienced Electrical Engineer with proven hands-on capabilities and a strong practical background.