Robotics Software QA Engineer at Ambi Robotics in Berkeley, CA

Summary: Ambi Robotics is a well-funded startup on a mission to build the nervous system for AI-powered robots in industrial applications. They are seeking a Robotics Software QA Engineer to test and develop core robotics libraries and runtime application software, focusing on fixing customer issues and supporting deployments. Responsibilities: - Perform regular quality assurance testing on robot hardware - Contribute to Ambi application code after a short onboarding period, owning an increasing part of app development over time - Manage and support software deployments to production machines - Provide on-call engineering support to production machines - Modify existing software and configuration for new customers Required Qualifications: - Eagerness to learn, solve challenging problems, and lead with curiosity - A desire for career growth and ownership of your work - Excitement about amplifying human potential with state-of-the-art robotics - Ability to move 50lb boxes for 8 hours a day - Ability to use a pallet jack (with minimal training) - Strong communication skills (written documentation and note taking) - Proficiency in Python and Linux, fluency with vectorization / Numpy - Experience with object-oriented programming - Familiarity with standard SW development practices (Git, CI / CD), multiprocessing, multithreading, basic socket programming - Familiarity with robotics topics such as rigid transformations and 3D geometry - A BS or MS/PhD in robotics software development or equivalent (CS, CE, EE, MechE) Preferred Qualifications: - Past internship experience in software engineering - Experience working with controls, collision checking, path / motion planning, state estimation, or camera data Required Skills: Python, Linux, Object-oriented programming Important Skills: Git, CI / CD, Multiprocessing, Multithreading, Basic socket programming, Robotics topics Nice-to-Have Skills: Eagerness to learn, Desire for career growth, Excitement about robotics Benefits: Health, dental, and vision insurance, 401k with 5% matching by Ambi, Equity ownership, Unlimited PTO, Partial WFH, Free parking on site at HQ, Access to a full gym at HQ, Free lunches 2x per week