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RoboForce

Senior Robotics Systems Engineer

Milpitas, CA · On-site

$160K - $265K/yr

We are looking for a Senior Robotics Systems Engineer who thrives at the intersection of robotics software, system integration, and field deployment. You will develop the foundational platform that ...

RoboForce

Senior Robotics Systems Engineer

Milpitas, CA · On-site

$160K - $265K/yr

We are looking for a Senior Robotics Systems Engineer who thrives at the intersection of robotics software, system integration, and field deployment. You will develop the foundational platform that ...

Pronto

Senior Robotics Systems Engineer

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$123K - $168K/yr

What you'll do Atoms is looking for a Robotics Engineer who thrives at system-level debugging and end-to-end feature delivery-taking autonomy capabilities from prototype to reliable performance on ...

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory

$105K/yr

The Tailored Autonomous Systems Group (QPJ) is seeking a Senior Robotics & Autonomous Systems Engineer to provide technical leadership for the design, development, integration, testing, and ...

VITO Research

Are you an experienced robotics engineer who can turn ambitious ideas into working prototypes that ... Your role As Senior Robotics Systems Architect (Technical Lead), you will play a central role in ...

C5R

Robotics Systems Engineer

San Francisco, CA · On-site

The role We are hiring a robotics systems engineer to build, bring up, and improve the robot systems that make an automated research facility work. Our robots are controlled with a mix of ...

Warehouse Fixers

Senior Robotics Engineer

Seattle, WA · On-site

$119K - $163K/yr

Amazon Robotics is seeking a Senior Robotics Engineer to lead maintenance strategy for robotic systems across fulfillment centers in the Pacific Northwest. You will develop preventive maintenance ...

Molg

$95K - $131K/yr

Senior Robotics Engineer ABOUT US Hey! We're Molg We're building robotic systems that make electronics manufacturing circular. We work with hyperscalers and leading electronics manufacturers to ...

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How much do senior robotics systems engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 11, 2026, the average yearly pay for senior robotics systems engineer in the United States is $124,732.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $104,500.00 and $143,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Senior Robotics Systems Engineer vs Robotics Software Engineer?

AspectSenior Robotics Systems EngineerRobotics Software Engineer
Required CredentialsBachelor's or Master's in Robotics, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering; experience in systems integrationBachelor's or Master's in Computer Science, Robotics, or related field; programming skills
Work EnvironmentDesigning, integrating, and testing robotic systems in labs or industrial settingsDeveloping and testing software for robotic applications in labs or development teams
Employer & Industry UsageManufacturing, automation, aerospace, research institutionsTech companies, automation firms, research labs

The Senior Robotics Systems Engineer focuses on integrating hardware and software components of robotic systems, often overseeing entire projects. In contrast, a Robotics Software Engineer primarily develops and tests software applications for robots. Both roles require strong technical skills, but the Systems Engineer has a broader scope involving system-level integration and troubleshooting.

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Infographic showing various Senior Robotics Systems Engineer job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 1% As Needed, 84% Full Time, 10% Part Time, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 86% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 12% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $124,732 per year, or $60 per hour.

Senior Robotics Systems Engineer

Milpitas, CA • On-site

RoboForce
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$160K - $265K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Re-posted 27 days ago

Job description

Why RoboForce
RoboForce is an AI robotics company developing Physical AI-powered Robo-Labor for dull, dirty, and dangerous work. The company's robots are engineered for demanding industrial environments, with a focus on real-world deployment and scalability.
 
We are looking for a Senior Robotics Systems Engineer who thrives at the intersection of robotics software, system integration, and field deployment. You will develop the foundational platform that powers perception, planning, control, and autonomous operation-helping transform prototypes into reliable production robots.
Responsibilities
  • Design software interfaces between high-level robot applications and low-level sensors, actuators, embedded controllers, and communication buses.
  • Design and integrate mechatronic systems, mechanisms, and test fixtures; develop, troubleshoot, and improve electrical subsystems and interfaces.
  • Integrate and debug complex robotic systems spanning software, embedded, networking, electrical, and mechanical domains.
  • Diagnose performance, reliability, timing, and hardware-interface issues across the robot stack.
  • Drive system reliability and scalability through rigorous testing and root-cause analysis.
  • Requires 5 days/week in-office collaboration with the team.
Requirements
  • BS/MS in Robotics, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent practical experience.
  • 4+ years of hands-on robotics experience in industry, academia, or research labs, with a track record of building, integrating, and deploying real robotic systems.
  • Experience developing drivers, hardware abstraction layers, or software interfaces for sensors, actuators, or embedded devices.
  • Hands-on experience with several of the following: ROS/ROS2, real-time or embedded Linux, fieldbus or device communications, distributed middleware, sensor/actuator integration, and performance optimization.
  • Ability to design and troubleshoot basic electrical circuits and mechanical components for robotic systems.
  • Strong debugging, system integration, and root-cause analysis skills.
Bonus Qualifications
  • Experience with humanoids, mobile manipulators, or similar platforms.
  • Experience with Linux kernel development, kernel modules, device drivers, or low-level systems software.
  • Experience optimizing communication, latency, reliability, or observability in distributed robotic systems.
  • Experience with AI-enabled robotic systems, teleoperation/data-collection devices (e.g., Gello- or UMI-style systems), and real-world robot data pipelines.
Benefits
  • Competitive stock options/equity programs.
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) plan.
  • Visa sponsorship and green card support for qualified candidates.
  • Lunches and dinners, a fully stocked kitchen, and regular team-building events.
Compensation: Salary $160,000-$265,000 USD + Bonus + Equity
 
The base salary range above represents the expected compensation for this full-time U.S. position. Final compensation will be determined based on role scope, level, location, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training, and may fall outside the listed range in exceptional cases. 

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