Senior Software Engineer-Robotics Automation

Job Title : Senior Software Engineer-Robotics

Location : Hybrid - San Francisco, California, United States

Salary : $175,000-$300,000 + Equity!

Skills : Python, TypeScript, 3D Geometry Libraries, CAD / CAM, Robotics

About the Engineering Company / The Opportunity :

Join a visionary engineering company at the forefront of automation in manufacturing. Focused on building the AI-powered bridge between computer-aided design (CAD) and manufacturing (CAM), our client is revolutionizing how mechanical parts are produced by creating intelligent, adaptive systems that transform manual setup into seamless automation. As a Senior Software Engineer-Robotics, you’ll work alongside passionate founders and fellow innovators, shape foundational systems at the heart of next-generation manufacturing, and have the opportunity to directly impact the future of production technologies.

• Responsibilities : Design and build robust end-to-end systems across backend and frontend platforms.
• Translate mechanical and geometric logic—including CAD, machining, and fixturing—into scalable production software.
• Prototype and implement algorithms that intersect physics, geometry, and AI for real-time automation.
• Develop and deploy systems that interact directly with machinists, sensors, and live production data.
• Drive architectural decisions and help establish the core infrastructure as a foundational engineer.
• Collaborate closely with company founders to deliver high-impact features in fast-paced, high-growth environments.
• Ship reliable software that interfaces effectively with physical robotics and manufacturing systems.
• Must-Have Skills : 5–8 years of full-stack or systems engineering experience.
• Strong proficiency in Python and TypeScript.
• Hands-on experience with 3D or geometry programming libraries such as OpenCascade, Three.js, or PyMesh.
• Background in mechanical engineering, robotics, or CAD / CAM software development.
• Solid mathematical foundation in geometry, kinematics, and linear algebra.
• Proven ability to independently deliver complex technical solutions.
• Nice-to-Have Skills : Previous experience as a founder or early-stage / founding engineer in a tech startup.
• Hands-on experience in machining, manufacturing, or robotics systems integration.
• Experience collaborating with cross-disciplinary teams in fast-growing, innovative environments.
• Familiarity with real-time production data systems and sensor integration.
• Exposure to AI or ML frameworks applied to engineering or automation challenges.