Breaker · 5 hours ago
Robotics Field Applications Engineer
Austin, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior LevelBreaker is an innovative startup focused on transforming human-robot interactions through advanced AI technology. The Robotics Field Applications Engineer will develop and deploy customer-facing robotics integrations, manage hardware integration, and lead field demonstrations, playing a critical role in shaping the product roadmap.
Artificial Intelligence (AI)RoboticsSoftware
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Rapidly prototype and integrate new capabilities that win contracts and close deals
Own new platform integrations end-to-end: ground vehicles, maritime systems, novel sensor configurations
Build custom features that solve specific customer mission requirements and demonstrate competitive advantage
Operate in the field: deploy systems, run demonstrations, troubleshoot live, and serve as Breaker's technical authority with customers
Identify capability gaps and technical blockers through hands-on integration work, driving product priorities for the core team
Work directly with our US missions lead to convert customer requirements into deployable technology
Maintain tight feedback loops with Sydney engineering on what's needed in the field and why it matters operationally
Move fast between projects in a constant cycle: integrate, demonstrate, learn, iterate
Travel frequently for customer engagements, field testing, and live demonstrations
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Robotics, Mechatronics, Computer Science, Engineering, or related technical field
Proven robotics development experience deploying software on real hardware in operational environments
Proficiency in deploying code or firmware to edge devices (NVIDIA Jetson preferred)
Proven experience with Python and/or C++ as primary programming languages
Experience with docker and/or other containerization technologies
Track record of delivering under pressure in high-stakes scenarios: customer demonstrations, competitive evaluations, live system deployments
Strong application-layer engineering capabilities with the ability to integrate with existing systems rapidly
Hands-on experience with ROS/ROS2 and edge deployment on robotic platforms
Field-capable engineer comfortable with live troubleshooting, real-time problem solving, and maintaining system performance in challenging conditions
Clear communicator who operates effectively across distributed teams and represents Breaker professionally to customers and partners
Frequent travel is required for customer engagements and field operations
Preferred
Early-stage startup experience, particularly in robotics or defense technology
Portfolio of technical projects demonstrating initiative and execution beyond professional responsibilities
Experience with ground or maritime autonomous systems (distinct challenges from aerial platforms)
Entrepreneurial background or experience building something from concept to deployment
Direct customer-facing experience, translating operational requirements into delivered capabilities
Broad technical foundation with the ability to rapidly acquire new skills across multiple domains
US citizenship
US Security Clearance
Benefits
Generous equity packages mean when Breaker wins, you win.
Company
Breaker
Breaker develops cutting-edge software that transforms the interaction between humans and machines.
Founded in 2023
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageTotal Funding
$1.39MKey Investors
MassChallengeMain Sequence Ventures
2025-06-02Non Equity Assistance
2025-03-13Pre Seed· $1.26M
2023-10-01Pre Seed· $0.13M
Leadership Team
V
Vanja Videnovic
Co-Founder
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