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31st Union

Senior Gameplay Engineer

San Mateo, CA · On-site +1

$108K - $161K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Keep bot populations performant: throttling, suspension, and LOD * Extend bots as automated test ... engineering on shipped action games * Strong C++ and Unreal Engine fluency, including AI ...

31st Union

Senior Gameplay Engineer

San Mateo, CA · On-site

$108K - $161K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Keep bot populations performant: throttling, suspension, and LOD * Extend bots as automated test ... engineering on shipped action games * Strong C++ and Unreal Engine fluency, including AI ...

31ST UNION

Senior Gameplay Engineer

San Mateo, CA · On-site +1

$108K - $161K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Keep bot populations performant: throttling, suspension, and LOD * Extend bots as automated test ... engineering on shipped action games * Strong C++ and Unreal Engine fluency, including AI ...

Pixi Inc.

AI Analyst

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

... Bot Development - Build and deploy bots (in customer service, influencer management, operations, and marketing) that drive measurable impact. • Integration Engineering - Connect APIs and data ...

Sonsoft Inc

SAP Fiori with Javascript

San Diego, CA · On-site

... programming in the SAP Web IDE. * Must be a US Citizen or Green Card Holder . Qualifications * 4-5 years of total IT Experience is needed bot only for US Citizen or Green Card Holder . Additional ...

Forhyre

Test Automation - Manager

Los Angeles, CA

$49.50 - $65.50/hr

... bot/IVR Testing, Automation Testing - UFT / QTP, Botium Testing tool, Chatbot Testing ... Drive the adoption of best software engineering practices including CI/CD and automated testing.

Forhyre

Test Automation - Manager

San Francisco, CA

$54.25 - $71.50/hr

... bot/IVR Testing, Automation Testing - UFT / QTP, Botium Testing tool, Chatbot Testing ... Drive the adoption of best software engineering practices including CI/CD and automated testing.

Suno

Software Engineer, Trust & Safety

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$170K - $240K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Build and maintain data pipelines for bot detection and content moderation using Python, Snowflake ... Work closely with product and engineering teams to implement Trust & Safety features at scale

Forhyre

Test Automation - Manager

Sunnyvale, CA

$54 - $71.25/hr

... bot/IVR Testing, Automation Testing - UFT / QTP, Botium Testing tool, Chatbot Testing ... Drive the adoption of best software engineering practices including CI/CD and automated testing.

AXS

Sr. Software Engineer - B2B

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$132K - $174K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Develop and implement strategies to mitigate fraud, abuse, and bot traffic in high-demand environments. * Lead design and code reviews, influencing engineering standards and long-term system ...

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As of Aug 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for bot developer in California is $66.19, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $48.26 and $63.79 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a bot developer?

A Bot Developer is a software engineer who designs, builds, and maintains automated programs (bots) that perform tasks such as customer support, data retrieval, and process automation. They use programming languages like Python, JavaScript, or Node.js and frameworks like Rasa or Microsoft Bot Framework. Their responsibilities include developing conversational AI, integrating APIs, and ensuring bot functionality and performance. Bot Developers work across industries, improving user experiences and streamlining business processes through automation.

How much do bot developers make?

Bot developers typically earn between $70,000 and $120,000 annually, depending on experience, location, and the complexity of the bots they create. Skilled developers with knowledge of programming languages like Python or JavaScript and experience with AI or automation tools tend to earn higher salaries.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a bot developer?

To thrive as a Bot Developer, you need strong programming skills (e.g., Python, JavaScript) and a solid understanding of AI, natural language processing, and automation workflows, often backed by a degree in computer science or related fields. Familiarity with bot frameworks (such as Microsoft Bot Framework, Dialogflow, or Rasa), version control systems, and cloud platforms is typically essential, and certifications in relevant technologies can be advantageous. Effective communication, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills help Bot Developers engage with stakeholders, collaborate efficiently, and address user needs. These skills and qualities are vital for building reliable, user-friendly bots that meet business objectives and adapt to evolving requirements.

What does a bot developer do?

Bot Developers spend their days designing, coding, and testing conversational bots to automate tasks and enhance user experiences across messaging platforms or websites. Common responsibilities include integrating bots with back-end systems, training natural language models, debugging issues, and updating functionalities based on user feedback. Collaboration with UX designers, product managers, and other developers is frequent to ensure seamless bot interactions and achieve project goals. Staying current with emerging trends in AI and automation is also an ongoing part of the role, enabling Bot Developers to create innovative solutions.

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Infographic showing various Bot Developer job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 79% Full Time, 5% Part Time, 2% Temporary, and 14% Contract. Highlights an 80% Physical, 6% Hybrid, and 14% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $137,684 per year, or $66.2 per hour.

Engineering Manager, Onboard Execution Performance

Zoox

Foster City, CA • On-site

$245K - $307K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Life, PTO

Re-posted 28 days ago

Job description

Zoox is building the world's most advanced self-driving hardware and software solution. The efficiency demands of such a system require an expert fine tuning of both the compute hardware architecture as well as the algorithms and middleware that runs on it to achieve maximum throughput at the most optimal power levels. 


The Software Performance team keeps the main onboard computer healthy and performant to ensure that our on-bot autonomy software meets its latency targets while also accommodating its safety goals. We are responsible for the efficient allocation of onboard compute resources (CPU/GPU/Memory/accelerators) ensuring contention is minimized and the autonomy stack executes harmoniously.


As the Onboard Execution team leader within the Performance team,  you will lead a highly specialized team of software performance engineers in aggressively optimizing on-bot software runtime. This is a high impact role that sits at the intersection of ML Platform, Core, and Autonomy Software - ensuring that efficient compute utilization is a central tenet emphasized across the organization. 

 
In this role, you will:
  • Manage a team of 8-to-10 engineers focused on optimizing the software performance of the on-bot autonomy software stack.
  • Partner with Autonomy, ML Platform, Middleware, Sensors, and Hardware Architecture teams to meet strict system response (latency) and compute utilization targets.
  • Achieve alignment between cross-functional leaders across the Software organization on compute resource allocations and budgets.
  • Hire, grow, and develop talent in the realm of performance optimization.
  • Build self-service force-multiplier frameworks & workflows that empower developers to deliver efficient & performant software.
Qualifications
  • BS in computer science, computer engineering, or related field
  • Proficiency with C++ & concurrent (parallel) execution systems
  • Deep knowledge and understanding of the Linux operating system and GPU accelerated execution
  • Proven track record of cross-functional collaboration and leadership alignment
  • Prior experience managing teams of five or more full-time software engineers
Bonus Qualifications
  • Hands-on experience with GPU runtime frameworks (CUDA, TensorRT, or XLA)
  • Experience in robotics, aviation, automotive, or high-performance computing space
  • Have shipped real-time or near-real-time software autonomy or robotics software in production
  • Experiencing debugging and optimizing CPU, GPU kernels, and ML models using tools like NVIDIA Nsight Systems and
  • Compute, Perfetto or similar compute observability tools 
$245,000 - $307,000 a year
Base Salary Range
 
There are three major components to compensation for this position: salary, Amazon Restricted Stock Units (RSUs), and Zoox Stock Appreciation Rights. A sign-on bonus may be offered as part of the compensation package. The listed range applies only to the base salary. Compensation will vary based on geographic location and level. Leveling, as well as positioning within a level, is determined by a range of factors, including, but not limited to, a candidate's relevant years of experience, domain knowledge, and interview performance. The salary range listed in this posting is representative of the range of levels Zoox is considering for this position.
 
Zoox also offers a comprehensive package of benefits, including paid time off (e.g. sick leave, vacation, bereavement), unpaid time off, Zoox Stock Appreciation Rights, Amazon RSUs, health insurance, long-term care insurance, long-term and short-term disability insurance, and life insurance.
About Zoox
Zoox is developing the first ground-up, fully autonomous vehicle fleet and the supporting ecosystem required to bring this technology to market. Sitting at the intersection of robotics, machine learning, and design, Zoox aims to provide the next generation of mobility-as-a-service in urban environments. We're looking for top talent that shares our passion and wants to be part of a fast-moving and highly execution-oriented team.

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A Final Note:
You do not need to match every listed expectation to apply for this position. Here at Zoox, we know that diverse perspectives foster the innovation we need to be successful, and we are committed to building a team that encompasses a variety of backgrounds, experiences, and skills.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. 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.
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