GrayMatter Robotics · 4 months ago
Robotics Engineering Manager: Systems & Applications
Los Angeles - HQ
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$200K/yr - $220K/yr
6+ years expGrayMatter Robotics is a well-capitalized AI robotics startup serving the manufacturing industry. As a Robotics Engineering Manager: Systems & Applications, you will lead a team of engineers to develop high-quality engineering solutions and interface with various teams across the organization.
Artificial Intelligence (AI)Machine LearningRobotics
Responsibilities
Be responsible for delivering consistently high-quality engineering output and train a team of deeply capable engineers who are known industry-wide for their problem-solving rigor, systems fluency, and collaborative strength
Set the technical standard and lead by example: architect, debug, build, and launch physical systems
Adopt a hands-on approach to develop people and systems in parallel
Break down complex system-level issues across the hardware/software stack and guide others to solve them effectively
Drill into engineering output to ensure work meets the right level of quality, performance, and long-term maintainability
Ask the right questions to help others gain insight and move forward confidently
Serve as a coach and mentor; train engineers in structured problem solving and technical decision-making
Create onboarding and ongoing learning frameworks for new and existing SAE team members
Conduct performance reviews and career development conversations with empathy and clarity
Champion engineering best practices across the team
Allocate SAE resources dynamically based on cross-functional needs (Project, Product, RDO, Sales, Gov’t, CSS, Marketing)
Prioritize and coordinate team members’ time in alignment with evolving org-wide priorities
Communicate team bandwidth, skill alignment, and project risk to the broader org
Work closely with Product and other stakeholders to ensure clarity in handoffs, timelines, and quality expectations
Operate as a thought partner to technical and non-technical leaders who rely on SAE as an internal center of expertise
Qualification
Required
BS/MS degree or equivalent years of experience in Robotics, Automation, Advanced Manufacturing, Mechanical, Electrical, or related field
6+ years experience building and launching complex physical systems (robotics, drones, autonomous vehicles, etc.)
2+ years experience managing performance, developing engineers and allocating team resources
Strong systems thinking with fluency across the full stack: hardware, firmware, software, and integration
Familiarity with ROS, embedded systems, and full-stack development for robotics or automation systems
Ability to translate bandwidth, technical risk, and resource needs into actionable decisions
Track record of training, mentoring, or leveling up teams through direct teaching and role modeling
Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
Ability to communicate and collaborate effectively across multiple teams
Willingness to work in a fast-paced environment with quickly changing priorities
Must secure work authorization in the United States and maintain ongoing work authorization beginning at the time of hire through the entirety of employment
Preferred
Experience leading various distributed/multi-location teams, including external design and manufacturing partners
8+ years experience building and launching complex physical systems (robotics, drones, autonomous vehicles, etc.)
Prior experience as a Principal Engineer with formal people leadership responsibilities at a high-growth company
4+ years managing engineers directly, including performance reviews and career development
Experience supporting multiple cross-functional teams in a fast-paced, high-growth startup or scaling environment
Strong organizational agility: able to manage shifting priorities, allocate bandwidth, and balance technical depth with operational decision-making
Experience standing up or scaling internal training programs, onboarding systems, or technical development tracks
Recognized internally or externally as a thought leader or technical mentor
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Unlimited PTO
401(k) plan + employer match
Regular offsite events
A discretionary fund for enhancing productivity
Company
GrayMatter Robotics
GrayMatter Robotics provides AI-powered robotic solutions that enhance productivity and efficiency for high-mix manufacturers.
51-200 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$70.36MKey Investors
Wellington ManagementBow CapitalNational Science Foundation
2024-06-20Series B· $45M
2022-08-16Series A· $20M
2021-10-07Grant· $1M
Leadership Team
Ariyan Kabir
Co-Founder - CEO
Recent News
National Center for Manufacturing Sciences
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