Skild AI

Skild AI

Software Engineer, Manufacturing Test Systems

San Mateo, California

Sponsorship not specified$100k-$300kDetected 50 days ago
Backend DevelopmentMachine LearningData EngineeringERPRoboticsTest AutomationMedical DevicesActuators

About the role

  • We believe massive scale through data-driven machine learning is the key to unlocking these capabilities for the widespread deployment of robots within society.
  • Our team consists of individuals with varying levels of experience and backgrounds, from new graduates to domain experts.
  • This is a highly hands-on role, you'll work directly on the floor with manufacturing, hardware, and embedded engineers to turn ambiguous production needs into robust, scalable software.

Responsibilities

  • Test Automation: Develop software to automate subassembly and full-system checkouts, including pass/fail logic, calibration, and hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) testing.
  • Operator Tools: Build reliable operator-facing workflows, UIs, and test executives for technicians on the floor.
  • Cloud & Data Pipelines: Design data models and backend services to warehouse test results, track configurations, manage quality records, and ensure build traceability.
  • Develop software to automate subassembly and full-system checkouts, including pass/fail logic, calibration, and hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) testing.

Nice to have

  • Comfortable writing code that interfaces with both physical equipment (sensors, fixtures) and cloud APIs or databases.
  • Relevant prior titles might include Manufacturing Software Engineer, Test Automation Engineer, Production Software Engineer, Robotics Software Engineer, or MES/Factory Software Engineer.

Skills

  • Company Overview
  • Relevant industry experience is important, but ultimately less so than your demonstrated abilities and attitude.
  • Position Overview
  • Serve as the bridge between localized test software and broader MES/factory systems such as OpenBOM, PLM, ERP, or inventory tools.

Compensation

  • $100,000 - $300,000 USD
  • you know how to build the scrappy first version, support it live on the factory floor, and iteratively grow it into a durable production system.
  • Base Salary Range

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