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There are 1,709+ robotics positions currently offering visa sponsorship in the United States. The most common visa types for these roles include H-1B, Green Card, TN. Top hiring companies include Amazon.com, Agility Robotics, & Path Robotics, among others. Salaries for sponsored positions range from $112K – $160K.
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We are a well-funded startup on a mission to build the nervous system for AI-powered robots in industrial applications.
Founded by leading robotics researchers, we are growing our dynamic, world-class team to deploy robots at scale. Join us in helping people handle more throughout the supply chain!
We are seeking a Senior Robotics Research Engineer to design and develop fundamental new contributions to core robotics libraries and runtime application software for Ambi products, focused on new technology for the future. You will work closely with the Software team and the CTO.
In this role you will:
- Independently develop robot applications and capabilities (controls, planning, perception)
- Lead R&D projects for new AI-driven robot skills, powered by foundation models
- Contribute to AmbiOS core libraries in areas such as: (a) scalable AI training, algorithms, models, and evaluation, (b) perception modules, (c) image and point cloud processing, (d) motion planning policies, (e) collision checkers
- Support software deployments to AI-powered robotic systems in production with global brands
- Modify existing software and configurations for new customers
You are a good fit if you have:
- Eagerness to learn, solve challenging problems, and lead with curiosity
- A desire for career growth, ownership of your work, and making an impact
- Excitement about amplifying human potential with state-of-the-art robotics
- Proficiency in C++, Python, Linux, Git, and Docker
- Expertise in motion planning, contact physics, machine learning, and computer vision
- Experience in the following areas: robotics (3D rigid geometry, kinematics, motion planning), software architecture, state machines, multi-processing, operating systems (must know UNIX), drivers (cameras, sensors, other equipment), and software update systems
- An MS with four years of experience in commercial robotics software development or equivalent or PhD in a very related subject
- (BONUS) Experience in Rust
In addition to competitive compensation, we offer benefits such as:
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- 401k with 5% matching by Ambi
- Equity ownership
- Unlimited PTO
- Partial WFH
- Free parking on site at HQ
- Access to a full gym at HQ
- Free lunches 2x per week
PLEASE NOTE:
All applications must be submitted online for equitable review. We do not accept or review submissions sent via email, including to individual team members or engineers. This policy ensures a fair and streamlined process for everyone.
FOR RECRUITERS:
This position is direct-hire only; unsolicited resumes from recruiters will not be considered and may result in a fee waiver.
Position title and compensation will be matched to applicant's experience. Ambi Robotics is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage and embrace applicants of all backgrounds to apply!
Ambi Robotics 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. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

How to Get Visa Sponsorship in Robotics
Apply to companies building autonomous systems
Waymo, Aurora, Nuro, and Boston Dynamics are among the robotics companies that have sponsored H-1B visas for engineering roles. Autonomous vehicle and mobile robotics companies often face talent shortages in perception, planning, and control.
Use STEM OPT in a robotics-adjacent degree field
Robotics, computer engineering, electrical engineering, and mechanical engineering all qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension. If your degree is in one of these fields, you have up to 36 months to prove your impact before your employer needs to file an H-1B petition.
Contribute to open-source robotics frameworks
Active contributions to ROS 2 (Robot Operating System), MoveIt, or similar open-source projects create a public portfolio that demonstrates technical depth. This type of documented expertise can strengthen an O-1 petition or help an employer justify the specialized nature of the H-1B role.
Target university robotics labs for cap-exempt H-1B positions
Carnegie Mellon's Robotics Institute, MIT CSAIL, and the University of Michigan Robotics department employ research engineers in cap-exempt H-1B positions. These roles do not require lottery selection and can be filed year-round.
Develop expertise across the full robotics stack
Engineers who can work across mechanical design, embedded firmware, and high-level planning algorithms are rare. Demonstrating breadth across hardware-software integration makes your profile harder to fill domestically, which supports the employer's sponsorship case.
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Do robotics companies commonly sponsor work visas?
Many robotics companies in the U.S. do sponsor H-1B visas, particularly those working on autonomous vehicles, warehouse automation, and surgical robotics. Companies like Waymo, Amazon Robotics, and Intuitive Surgical have historically filed H-1B petitions for engineering roles. Sponsorship likelihood increases when you bring specialized skills in perception, motion planning, or controls.
What kind of robotics roles are best for visa sponsorship?
Roles focused on perception (computer vision, LiDAR processing), motion planning, and controls engineering tend to have the strongest sponsorship demand because they require advanced training that overlaps heavily with graduate-level research. Integration and test engineering roles can also be sponsored but may face more domestic competition.
Is a master's degree necessary for robotics visa sponsorship?
A master's degree is not strictly required, but it is common in the robotics field because many roles involve research-level work in areas like SLAM, reinforcement learning, or manipulation. A master's or PhD can also help your employer demonstrate that the position requires a specialty occupation, which is a core H-1B requirement.
Are there ITAR restrictions that affect visa holders in robotics?
Some robotics work - particularly in defense, space, and certain drone applications - falls under International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), which restricts access to non-U.S. persons. Commercial robotics companies in logistics, healthcare, and agriculture generally do not have ITAR restrictions, making them more accessible for visa holders.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Robotics jobs?
When a U.S. employer sponsors a foreign worker for a work visa, they are legally required to pay at least the "prevailing wage" — the average wage paid to workers in the same occupation, in the same geographic area, with similar experience. This is set by the Department of Labor to prevent employers from hiring foreign workers at below-market rates. The prevailing wage varies significantly by role, location, and experience level — for example, a robotics in California will have a different prevailing wage than the same role in a smaller state. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search.
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