Robotics Jobs in San Francisco, CA
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Position Overview
We are seeking a Lead Software Engineer to join a team of 12 engineers developing a 6-DOF robotic arm mounted on a mobile robotic platform. This role is ideal for engineers who enjoy solving complex systems problems across software, robotics, firmware, networking, and infrastructure.
You will own critical systems end-to-end, build production-grade Rust services, and develop the software that enables robots to operate reliably in real-world environments.
Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and maintain core Rust services powering robotic systems.
- Build and optimize inverse kinematics solvers and real-time control systems.
- Develop and enhance teleoperation platforms using VR-based controllers.
- Create scalable infrastructure for robot fleet management and data collection.
- Integrate cameras, sensors, and hardware components across the robotics stack.
- Collaborate with firmware and mechanical engineering teams.
- Improve system reliability, performance, and deployment readiness for production environments.
- Solve cross-functional challenges involving ROS2, networking, streaming systems, and hardware interfaces.
Required Qualifications
- 3+ years of professional software engineering experience.
- Strong experience developing production systems in Rust or another systems programming language.
- Experience with Linux-based systems and networking fundamentals.
- Knowledge of real-time systems, distributed systems, or streaming architectures.
- Familiarity with hardware communication protocols such as UART, CAN, I2C, or EtherCAT.
- BS/MS in Computer Science, Robotics, Engineering, or a related field.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in robotics, autonomous vehicles, or hardware-focused software environments.
- Hands-on experience with ROS2.
- Knowledge of 6-DOF robotic arms, teleoperation systems, or inverse kinematics.
- Experience building backend systems for robotics or real-time applications.
- Startup experience with ownership of systems from design through deployment.
Technology Stack
- Rust
- Axum
- Tokio
- ROS2
- FlatBuffers
- WebTransport
- MoQ
- GStreamer
- Linux
- UART
- I2C
- CAN
- EtherCAT
Ideal Background
Candidates from robotics, autonomous vehicle, industrial automation, defense robotics, or hardware-focused software companies such as Waymo, Cruise, Boston Dynamics, Skydio, Aurora, Nuro, Figure, Agility Robotics, or similar organizations.
Pay: $160,000.00 - $250,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
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Who's Hiring
- Amazon7

- OpenAI6

- Skild AI3

- Nimble2

- DoorDash2

Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software14
- Science & Research11
- E-Commerce & Online Marketplaces8
- Retail7
- Artificial Intelligence5
Robotics Jobs in San Francisco: Frequently Asked Questions
How many robotics jobs are there in San Francisco?
There are 36+ robotics openings in San Francisco, California on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. New positions post regularly as San Francisco employers hire.
Which companies hire roboticss in San Francisco?
Employers hiring roboticss in San Francisco include Amazon, OpenAI, and Skild AI, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote robotics jobs in San Francisco?
Yes. About 12% of robotics openings tied to San Francisco are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in and around San Francisco.
Which industries hire the most roboticss in San Francisco?
The sectors hiring the most roboticss in San Francisco are Technology & Software, Science & Research, and E-Commerce & Online Marketplaces, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
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