Systems Integration Engineer

Foundation

About Us

Foundation is developing the future of general purpose robotics with the goal to address the labor shortage.

Our mission is to create advanced robots that can operate in complex environments, reducing human risk in conflict zones and enhancing efficiency in labor-intensive industries.

We are on the lookout for extraordinary engineers and scientists to join our team. Your previous experience in robotics isn"t a prerequisite it"s your talent and determination that truly count.

We expect that many of our team members will bring diverse perspectives from various industries and fields. We are looking for individuals with a proven record of exceptional ability and a history of creating things that work.

All positions are based in San Francisco.

Our Culture

We like to be frank and honest about who we are, so that people can decide for themselves if this is a culture they resonate with.

Please read more about our culture here https : / / foundation.bot / culture .

Why are We Hiring for this Role

To ensure all subsystems of our robots mechanical, electrical, and software work together harmoniously, achieving seamless system integration.

To act as a bridge between different engineering disciplines, enabling efficient communication and collaboration that are vital for the end-to-end functionality of our robots.

To implement integration strategies that optimize system performance, reliability, and user experience.

What Kind of Person are We looking for

A versatile engineer with a broad skill set across mechanical, electrical, and software engineering, capable of understanding and unifying these diverse systems.

Architecture design, set specification and align on these with various teams involved.

Plan and prioritize engineering efforts across the mech and electrical teams.

Full understanding of the robot and various systems involved

Lead robot bring-up - solves issues on the go regarding any firmware / electrical mechanical system in the bot

Experience with CAN, ethernet and other communication protocols for robotics application.

An individual with a strong background in system architecture and experience with robotics or complex electromechanical systems.

Someone who is proficient in troubleshooting and has a systematic approach to solving integration challenges.

A professional with the ability to think critically about the entire system lifecycle, from design through manufacturing to deployment and maintenance.

A collaborative team member who can effectively coordinate across different teams and contribute to a cohesive project vision.

A candidate with a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.

An effective communicator with a track record of successful project management and delivery.

A proactive, solution-oriented individual who is motivated by the challenges of building cutting-edge robotic systems.

Benefits

We provide market standard benefits (health, vision, dental, 401k, etc.). Join us for the culture and the mission, not for the benefits.

The annual compensation is expected to be between $100,000 - $1,000,000. Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location.

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