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1X Technologies AS

Test Engineer

San Carlos, CA · On-site

$119K - $179K/yr

About 1X We're building humanoid robots that work in home - doing the chores, handling the tasks ... As a Robotics Test Engineer, your work will directly influence product quality, reliability, and ...

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CYNET SYSTEMS

Robotics NPI Test Engineer

San Jose, CA · On-site

$45 - $50/hr

Bachelor's degree in Robotics, Electrical, Mechatronics. * 1+ years of experience in NPI, manufacturing engineering, or test engineering for electromechanical or robotic systems. * Experience with ...

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HDT Global

Test Engineer - Robotics

Fredericksburg, VA · On-site

$90K - $115K/hr

Familiar with industry test protocols such as MIL-STD 810 and 461 Years Experience Level of Education 5 years' experience BS, or MS Computer, Software, Robotics, or Mechanical Engineering. Disclaimer:

Foundation Robotics

Test Engineer

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$120K - $155K/yr

Our mission is to create advanced robots that can operate in complex environments, reducing human ... We are on the lookout for extraordinary engineers and scientists to join our team. We expect that ...

HDT Global

Test Engineer - Robotics

Fredericksburg, VA · On-site

Familiar with industry test protocols such as MIL-STD 810 and 461 Years Experience Level of Education 5 years' experience BS, or MS Computer, Software, Robotics, or Mechanical Engineering. Disclaimer:

Estat Actuation

Co-op: Test Engineer

Glenshaw, PA · On-site

This includes preparing samples, running experiments on our robotic test stands and processing the data gathered in these experiments. The Test Engineer Co-op will modify existing test protocols and ...

M Force

Test Engineer

Fredericksburg, VA

$90K - $115K/yr

This Test Engineer - Robotics role will be responsible for developing test plans, executing validation procedures, troubleshooting complex systems, and supporting product development from prototype ...

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Test Engineer

College Station, TX · On-site

Position Summary The Test Engineer is responsible for developing, executing, and improving test ... Perform debugging on robotic systems, sensors, PLCs, vision systems, and electrical control panels.

Rendezvous Robotics

Test Engineer

Lakewood, CO · On-site

$120K - $150K/yr

Rendezvous Robotics is solving this problem with electromagnetic self-assembling tiles: modular ... and avionics engineers. * Serve as a technical point of contact for test activities in design ...

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How much do robotics test engineer jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for robotics test engineer in the United States is $44.24, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $33.41 and $52.40 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a Robotics Test Engineer?

A Robotics Test Engineer typically spends their day developing and executing test plans for robotic systems, analyzing data from hardware and software tests, and documenting results. They collaborate closely with design engineers to identify problems and propose solutions, as well as participate in troubleshooting and root-cause analysis. The role often involves setting up test environments, calibrating sensors, and using simulation tools to validate robotic behavior in different scenarios. Regular communication with quality assurance teams and participation in iterative development cycles are also key parts of the job.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Robotics Test Engineer position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Robotics Test Engineer, you need strong knowledge of robotics systems, programming (such as C++, Python, or ROS), and experience with hardware and sensor integration, typically supported by a relevant engineering degree. Familiarity with test automation tools, simulation software, and data analysis platforms, as well as certifications in robotics or quality assurance, are often required. Excellent problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and strong teamwork and communication skills help distinguish top candidates. These skills are essential for designing effective test plans, identifying system issues, and ensuring the reliable performance of complex robotic solutions.

What is a Robotics Test Engineer job?

A Robotics Test Engineer is responsible for evaluating and testing robotic systems to ensure functionality, performance, and safety. They design test plans, run automated and manual tests, analyze results, and document findings to improve system reliability. They work closely with developers, designers, and other engineers to identify issues and refine robotics hardware and software. This role requires knowledge of robotics, programming, and testing methodologies to validate robotic systems before deployment.

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Infographic showing various Robotics Test Engineer job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 95% Full Time, 2% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 87% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $92,027 per year, or $44.2 per hour.
Robotics Test Engineer - San Francisco, CA

Robotics Test Engineer - San Francisco, CA

Atoms

San Francisco, CA • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 2 days ago

Job description

Job Summary:
Pronto AI is a global leader in commercializing autonomous vehicle technology, focusing on making mining operations safer and more efficient. They are seeking a Robotics Test Engineer to design and build core test infrastructure, develop simulation-based testing frameworks, and maintain CI/CD pipelines for their autonomous systems.
Responsibilities:
• Design and build the core test infrastructure: harnesses, fixtures, runners, orchestration, and test artifact management for our ZMQ/Cap'n Proto middleware stack
• Build the simulation infrastructure that lets us run autonomy software against virtual scenarios, with deterministic playback and meaningful coverage of real-world conditions
• Build and maintain the testing pipeline that gates code changes — unit, integration, simulation, and replay-based regression — and integrate it cleanly into the developer workflow
• Build infrastructure that converts production logs into reproducible test cases the QA Engineer can curate and the dev team can run
Qualifications:
Required:
• 3+ years of software engineering experience, with significant work on testing infrastructure, developer tools, or distributed systems
• Strong Python — you'll write substantial code, much of it touching production-adjacent infrastructure
• Experience designing and building automation pipelines (CI/CD, test orchestration, build systems)
• Deep familiarity with at least one large-scale software platform — comfortable thinking in terms of APIs, abstractions, and platform usability
• Excellent debugging and systems thinking — you'll be reasoning about failures across simulation, networking, serialization, and CI infrastructure
• Comfort building greenfield — much of what you'll work on does not exist today
Preferred:
• Experience with robotics, autonomous vehicles, or other safety-critical systems
• Hands-on experience with simulation environments (Gazebo, CARLA, Isaac Sim, or proprietary)
• Familiarity with pub/sub messaging systems (ZMQ, ROS, DDS) and binary serialization formats (Cap'n Proto, Protobuf)
• C++ familiarity — enough to read and integrate against the autonomy stack
• Cloud infrastructure experience for parallel test execution (AWS/GCP, Kubernetes)
• Experience with hardware-in-the-loop testing or real-time systems
• Performance engineering background — you've debugged and optimized slow CI/test pipelines before
Company:
Atoms is a robotics startup that develops industrial robotics and physical AI systems to automate tasks across various industries. Founded in 2026, the company is headquartered in Los Angeles, USA, with a team of 1001-5000 employees. The company is currently Late Stage.

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