GrayMatter Robotics
Robotics Engineering Manager: Systems & Applications
Los Angeles - HQ · Principal
Work authorization requiredDetected 190 days ago
CSSFull-Stack DevelopmentPerformance ManagementEmbedded SystemsRoboticsLeadershipProblem SolvingMentoring
About the role
- Our robots take on the tedious, hazardous, and ergonomically demanding work that has kept manufacturing dependent on a shrinking skilled workforce, delivering superhuman performance.
- Our systems are in active production today, adapting autonomously to real geometries, real materials, and real process variation without reprogramming.
- We hire people who want to solve hard physical problems at an industrial scale.
Responsibilities
- GrayMatter Robotics is a well-capitalized Physical AI company headquartered in Los Angeles, building Factory SuperIntelligence (FSI) through systems that learn, adapt, and develop genuine process intelligence across every part they touch.
- We deliver our system through a Robots-as-a-Service (RaaS) model that converts capital expenditure into an operating subscription, making Physical AI accessible to the manufacturers who need it most.
Requirements
- BS/MS degree or equivalent years of experience in Robotics, Automation, Advanced Manufacturing, Mechanical, Electrical, or related field
- Strong systems thinking with hands-on technical experience across the full stack: hardware, firmware, software, and integration
- Familiarity with ROS, embedded systems, and full-stack development for robotics or automation systems
- Ability to translate bandwidth, technical risk, and resource needs into actionable decisions
- Track record of training, mentoring, or leveling up teams through direct teaching and role modeling
Nice to have
- Prior experience as a Principal Engineer with formal people leadership responsibilities at a high-growth company
- 4+ years managing engineers directly, including performance reviews and career development
- Experience supporting multiple cross-functional teams in a fast-paced, high-growth startup or scaling environment
- Experience standing up or scaling internal training programs, onboarding systems, or technical development tracks
- Recognized internally or externally as a thought leader or technical mentor
- PLEASE NOTE: This is a Q3/Q4 2026 hire.
- 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.
- We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Compensation
- 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.
Visa & Work Authorization
- Must secure work authorization in the United States and maintain ongoing work authorization beginning at the time of hire through the entirety of employment
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