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ShortList Recruitment Limited

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Slip Robotics

Robotics Perception Engineer

Atlanta, GA · On-site +1

The Role We are looking for a Robotics Perception Engineer to own the sensing and perception stack ... Remote team members are expected to have reliable high-speed internet access and a dedicated ...

Waymo

Staff Robotics Engineer

Mountain View, CA · On-site

$210K - $259K/yr

... contract manufacturers. Travel Requirements: * Travel to Malaysia (Occasionally) * Travel ... remote, the specific salary range for your preferred location, during the hiring process. Waymo ...

RoboForce

Senior Robotics Engineer, Manipulation

Milpitas, CA · On-site

$121K - $167K/yr

You will build the mathematical engine behind our remote manipulation capabilities. You are ... Ph.D. in Robotics, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field, OR an M.S. degree ...

RoboForce

Senior Robotics Engineer, Manipulation

Milpitas, CA · On-site +1

$121K - $167K/yr

You will build the mathematical engine behind our remote manipulation capabilities. You are ... Ph.D. in Robotics, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field, OR an M.S. degree ...

Cyngn

Senior C++ Robotics Engineer

Mountain View, CA · Remote

$125K - $165K/yr

As a Robotics and System Integration Engineer at Cyngn, you will play a vital role in developing ... Monthly meal and tech allowances for remote employees *Please note salary range is for Bay Area ...

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How much do remote contract robotics engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 24, 2026, the average yearly pay for remote contract robotics engineer in the United States is $105,605.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $83,500.00 and $127,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Remote Contract Robotics Engineer vs Remote Contract Automation Engineer?

AspectRemote Contract Robotics EngineerRemote Contract Automation Engineer
Required CredentialsBachelor's in Robotics, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering; relevant certificationsBachelor's in Automation, Electrical, or Computer Engineering; certifications in automation systems
Work EnvironmentDesigning, testing, and programming robotic systems remotelyDeveloping and implementing automation solutions remotely
Employer & Industry UsageManufacturing, robotics companies, research labsIndustrial facilities, manufacturing, process industries

Remote Contract Robotics Engineers focus on designing and programming robotic systems, while Remote Contract Automation Engineers specialize in automating processes. Both roles require technical expertise and often work remotely for similar industries, but their core responsibilities differ in scope and application.

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Infographic showing various Remote Contract Robotics Engineer job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 50% Full Time, 8% Part Time, and 42% Contract. Highlights an 100% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $105,605 per year, or $50.8 per hour.

Robotics Engineer

ShortList Recruitment Limited

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Posted 21 days ago

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\n This role is not for the faint hearted \- it needs an individual who thrives in an elite, pressurized, and focussed environment where there is constant pressure to innovate.  The rewards for the right individual is to be part of a high\-performance motorsport team who are working at the cutting edge of autonomous vehicle tech.
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