Best Robotics Startups Hiring Now
The top robotics startups hiring right now on Migrate Mate include Nuro, Aurora Innovation, and Gecko Robotics, alongside autonomous delivery, industrial inspection, and AI-driven manufacturing companies. Migrate Mate tracks 200 live open roles across 9 robotics startups as of October 15, 2026, updated daily. Robotics is one of the few sectors where hardware, software, and machine learning converge into physical products shipping at scale, which means the engineering and operational roles opening now tend to be substantive and durable.
The best Robotics Startups hiring on Migrate Mate right now
Curated by our editorial team · 200 live roles from Migrate Mate, updated daily
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Nuro
Autonomous DeliveryRoboticsSoftwareNuro has 101 open roles on Migrate Mate as of October 15, 2026, the most of any robotics startup we track, concentrated in software engineering (24) and project & program management (6). Nuro builds self-driving systems and operates autonomous delivery vehicles designed to move goods rather than people. Its purpose-built vehicle design and active delivery partnerships distinguish it from broader autonomous vehicle platforms.
Roles by team
- Software Engineering24
- Project & Program Management6
- Human Resources5
- Engineering (Non-Software)3
- AI (Artificial Intelligence)2
+10 roles across other teams
Open roles101 openSee all 101 roles at NuroView JobSenior/Staff Controls Engineer, Core DevelopmentMountain View, CA · On-siteView JobSenior Controls Engineer, Vehicle IntegrationMountain View, CA · On-siteView JobSenior Software Engineer, PoseMountain View, CA · On-siteView JobSoftware Engineer, Cloud Infrastructure and ObservabilityMountain View, CA · On-siteView JobEmbedded Software EngineerMountain View, CA · On-site - 02
Aurora Innovation
Autonomous VehiclesEngineeringOperationsAurora Innovation has 40 open roles on Migrate Mate as of October 15, 2026, concentrated in business operations (8) and customer service (4). Aurora Innovation develops autonomous driving technology for commercial trucking and passenger transportation, with a focus on the Aurora Driver platform. The company has reached commercial deployment on freight routes in Texas, giving engineers direct exposure to production autonomous systems.
Roles by team
- Business Operations8
- Customer Service4
- Business Strategy3
- Project Management2
- Business Development2
+21 roles across other teams
Open roles40 openSee all 40 roles at Aurora InnovationView JobSoftware Engineer II, Core ServicesMountain View, CA · HybridView JobSenior Manager, Software Product & Release OperationsSan Francisco, CA · HybridView JobSenior Software Engineer, Autonomy ControlsMountain View, CA · HybridView JobStaff Hardware Reliability EngineerMountain View, CA · HybridView JobSenior Staff Tech Lead Manager - Core Cloud ServicesPittsburgh, PA · Hybrid - 03
Gecko Robotics
Industrial RoboticsInfrastructureData ScienceGecko Robotics has 23 open roles on Migrate Mate as of October 15, 2026, concentrated in business operations (3) and recruiting & talent acquisition (3). Gecko Robotics builds robotic inspection systems and software platforms that collect and analyze data from industrial infrastructure such as power plants, pipelines, and storage tanks. Its combination of field robotics and a cloud intelligence platform creates roles across hardware, data science, and customer success.
Roles by team
- Business Operations3
- Recruiting & Talent Acquisition3
- Automation QA2
- Engineering (Non-Software)2
- Business Development1
+12 roles across other teams
Open roles23 openSee all 23 roles at Gecko RoboticsView JobProduct Strategist | Aeromechanical EngineeringPittsburgh, PA · RemoteView JobFP&A ManagerPittsburgh, PA · RemoteView JobQuality Engineer, HardwareHouston, TX · RemoteView JobFull Stack Software Engineering InternNew York, NY · RemoteView JobAI/Machine Learning Engineering InternNew York, NY · Remote - 04
Berkshire Grey
Fulfillment AutomationAIEngineeringBerkshire Grey has 13 open roles on Migrate Mate as of October 15, 2026, concentrated in engineering (Non-Software) (2) and executive leadership & C-Suite (2). Berkshire Grey designs robotics and AI automation systems for fulfillment centers and supply chain operations, helping retailers and logistics companies reduce manual sorting and picking. Its deployed systems give robotics engineers hands-on experience with production-scale automation.
Roles by team
- Engineering (Non-Software)2
- Executive Leadership & C-Suite2
- Electrical Engineering2
- Business Analysis1
- IT Support1
+5 roles across other teams
Open roles13 openSee all 13 roles at Berkshire GreyView JobSenior Warehouse Automation Project ManagerBedford, MA · RemoteView JobSenior Software Engineer, Robotic Packing/ManipulationBedford, MA · On-siteView JobPrincipal Software Engineer, ManipulationBedford, MA · On-siteView JobSenior Electrical EngineerBedford, MA · On-siteView JobSenior/Principal Mechanical Engineer – Stride Shuttle SorterBedford, MA · On-site - 05
Serve Robotics
Sidewalk RoboticsAIDeliveryServe Robotics has 11 open roles on Migrate Mate as of October 15, 2026, concentrated in manufacturing operations (2) and business operations (2). Serve Robotics builds autonomous sidewalk delivery robots and the AI systems that guide them through pedestrian environments in urban areas. The company operates its fleet commercially in Los Angeles and is expanding its deployment footprint.
Roles by team
- Manufacturing Operations2
- Business Operations2
- Product Management2
- Electrical Engineering1
- Procurement & Supply Chain1
+3 roles across other teams
Open roles11 openSee all 11 roles at Serve RoboticsView JobService Technician IIAtlanta, GA · On-siteView JobSenior Electrical EngineerRedwood City, CA · On-siteView JobService Technician ILos Angeles, CA · On-siteView JobOperations AssociateDallas, TX · On-siteView JobSenior Robotics Embedded EngineerRedwood City, CA · On-site - Editor’s note
What to look for in a robotics startup
Robotics companies sit at the intersection of hardware constraints and software ambition, so the gap between a well-run and a poorly-run team shows up fast. Before applying, it helps to understand where a company is in its deployment arc and whether its funding runway matches the timeline of the problems it is trying to solve. Teams that have shipped physical systems to paying customers operate differently from those still in pre-commercial development, and the day-to-day job experience reflects that gap.
Deployment stage
A company with products running in customer environments gives engineers real feedback loops. Pre-deployment teams offer more design freedom but less certainty about product direction.
Hardware-software balance
Check whether your role sits closer to the physical system or the software stack. In robotics, the two are tightly coupled, and understanding which side owns decisions matters for how your work gets prioritized.
Funding and runway
Growth-stage robotics companies are capital intensive. Knowing when a company last raised and what milestones it needs to hit before its next round tells you a lot about near-term stability.
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Physical Intelligence
Embodied AIResearchRoboticsPhysical Intelligence has 4 open roles on Migrate Mate as of October 15, 2026, concentrated in engineering (Non-Software) (2) and business operations (1). Physical Intelligence is an AI and robotics company focused on enabling machines to perform complex physical tasks through general-purpose learning systems. The company is backed by prominent research founders working at the frontier of embodied AI.
Roles by team
- Engineering (Non-Software)2
- Business Operations1
- Business Development1
Open roles4 openSee all 4 roles at Physical IntelligenceView JobStrategic Product LeadSan Francisco, CA · On-siteView JobDeployments Software EngineerSan Francisco, CA · On-siteView JobAI and Robotics RecruiterSan Francisco, CA · On-siteView JobRobot Integration EngineerSan Francisco, CA · On-site - 07
Vention
Industrial AutomationCloud SoftwareManufacturingVention has 4 open roles on Migrate Mate as of October 15, 2026, concentrated in business strategy (1) and engineering (Non-Software) (1). Vention offers cloud-based industrial automation software paired with modular hardware that manufacturing teams can design, simulate, and deploy without traditional systems integrators. The platform-plus-hardware model creates openings across software development, mechanical engineering, and sales.
Roles by team
- Business Strategy1
- Engineering (Non-Software)1
- Account Management1
Open roles4 openSee all 4 roles at VentionView JobPartnership Manager- AI & Robotics EcosystemSan Francisco, CA · RemoteView JobRobotics Solution ArchitectDetroit, MI · RemoteView JobCommissioning Manager - Physical AIDetroit, MI · RemoteView JobVP Sales EngineeringDetroit, MI · Remote - 08
Machina Labs
Advanced ManufacturingAerospaceRoboticsMachina Labs has 3 open roles on Migrate Mate as of October 15, 2026, concentrated in compliance & risk (1) and AI (Artificial Intelligence) (1). Machina Labs uses robotic arms and machine learning to form sheet metal parts for aerospace and defense customers, replacing traditional tooling with software-defined manufacturing. The approach allows rapid iteration on part geometry, making it well suited for low-volume, high-complexity production.
Roles by team
- Compliance & Risk1
- AI (Artificial Intelligence)1
- Engineering (Non-Software)1
Open roles3 openSee all 3 roles at Machina LabsView JobQuality InspectorChatsworth, CA · On-siteView JobMachine Learning EngineerChatsworth, CA · HybridView JobFull Stack EngineerChatsworth, CA · Hybrid - 09
Locus Robotics
Warehouse RoboticsFulfillmentSoftwareLocus Robotics has 1 open roles on Migrate Mate as of October 15, 2026, concentrated in cloud & DevOps (1). Locus Robotics develops autonomous mobile robots and supporting software for warehouse and fulfillment operations, working alongside human workers rather than replacing them. Its fleet management platform is deployed at major third-party logistics and retail fulfillment sites.
Roles by team
- Cloud & DevOps1
Open roles1 openView JobOnsite Support Engineer, RoboticsNorth East, MD · On-site
How robotics startups pay and equity work
Compensation at robotics startups typically combines a base salary with an equity grant, and the balance between the two shifts depending on the company's stage. Later-stage companies with commercial revenue tend to offer base pay close to what a large technology employer would provide, with equity as a meaningful but secondary component. Earlier-stage teams often offset a lower base with a larger option grant, reflecting both the higher risk and the higher upside if the company scales. The day-to-day trade-off is real. Robotics startups move quickly and expect people to work across problems that haven't been fully scoped yet, which can mean longer hours and more ambiguity than a larger employer would offer for the same title. In return, the scope of individual work tends to be broader, the path from idea to shipped product is shorter, and the problems are technically harder than most software-only roles at comparable career stages.
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Which robotics startups are hiring the most right now?
Nuro is hiring the most, with 101 open roles on Migrate Mate as of October 15, 2026, followed by Aurora Innovation (40) and Gecko Robotics (23). Migrate Mate tracks 200 live roles across 9 robotics startups in total, updated daily, so the order shifts as companies open and close positions.
Do robotics startups pay well compared to larger tech companies?
Generally, yes. Growth-stage robotics startups are broadly competitive with larger technology employers on base salary, particularly for engineering and applied research roles where the talent market is tight. The key difference is that more of the total package sits in equity rather than cash, and the ratio shifts with company stage: earlier-stage companies trade a lower base for a larger option grant, while later-stage ones with commercial revenue tend to close most of the gap on cash compensation before equity is factored in.
What kinds of roles do robotics startups typically hire for?
Robotics startups hire most heavily in software engineering, business operations, and engineering (Non-Software). Across the 9 robotics startups Migrate Mate tracks, software engineering is the largest function at 24 of 200 open roles as of October 15, 2026, followed by business operations (14) and engineering (Non-Software) (11).
Do robotics startups hire remotely?
It depends on the company and the function. Of the roles Migrate Mate tracks across these 9 robotics startups, 46% are remote or hybrid as of October 15, 2026. Remote availability varies by team and role, so each Migrate Mate listing shows its work location before you apply.