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Senior Robotics Test Engineer

San Francisco, CA
Salary
$182,000 - $230,000 per year
Level
Senior

Not stated in the posting: work type, visa.

Open. First seen 2 October 2026.

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About the role

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Who we are

Atoms is building the machines that power the next era of progress.

Over the last decade, software has transformed the digital world. But the physical world, where food is made, minerals are mined, goods are moved, and industries are run, remains far less intelligent, far less efficient, and far more constrained. We’re changing that.

Atoms builds Physical AI— real-world robots for the industries that move civilization forward, starting with food, mining, and transport. Our systems are designed to understand, predict, and control the real world with precision, turning complex physical operations into something more reliable, more scalable, and more productive.

This work requires more than robotics. It requires deep integration across hardware, software, AI, operations, manufacturing, and real estate. We don’t just build machines in a lab. We deploy them into real environments, operate them, learn from them, and improve them until they work at scale.

We are roboticists, engineers, operators, and builders. We believe the next great technology companies will not only transform information, but the physical systems that shape everyday life.

If you want to work on hard problems with real-world impact, join us.

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
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Why join us

At Atoms, you’ll work on one of the defining challenges of our time—bringing automation into the physical world to drive real, lasting impact. We exist to uncover valuable unknown truths and turn them into progress, which means constantly pushing beyond what’s known and building what doesn’t yet exist. The work is ambitious and often challenging, but it’s grounded in a shared sense of purpose and a team committed to seeing it through together.

Our work only matters if it serves others, and we know that meaningful progress depends on the trust of the people we serve and the strength of our team—so we invest in both, creating an environment where you can do your best work and grow.

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.

Actual compensation will be determined on an individual basis and may vary depending on experience, skills, and qualifications.

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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Benefits are subject to change at the company's discretion.
Atoms accepts applications on an ongoing basis.

Ready to join us as we serve those who serve others?

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Particular to this role

Linux · PCB Design

Rare in ATOMS Careers page's other 154 open postings.

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Python

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The team: Transport - Engineering HIRES STEADILY

This role is one of 48 open in Transport - Engineering. 16 were posted in the last 30 days and the oldest in June: a team that hires all year rather than one being built.

WHAT THE TEAM WORKS WITH, ACROSS ITS POSTINGS

Python (28 of 48), Embedded Systems (16 of 48), C++ (14 of 48), CAN bus (12 of 48), Linux (8 of 48), Machine Learning (8 of 48), Deep Learning (6 of 48)

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Other openings for this role

2 open postings for this role in San Francisco, CA, first posted 2 October 2026. The company is likely hiring for more than one position. None has been taken down and posted again.

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