Agility Robotics · 1 month ago
Staff Software Development Engineer, Test
Bodega Bay, CA, US
Full-time
Hybrid
Lead/Staff
8+ years expAgility Robotics is a pioneer in robotics, known for their innovative robot, Digit. They are seeking a Staff Software Development Engineer in Test to lead the quality assurance of their robotic systems by designing and maintaining an automation framework.
Industrial EngineeringMechanical EngineeringRobotics
No H1B
Responsibilities
Lead the architecture and technical roadmap for our robot software automation framework, and champion best practices in automation across the engineering team
Design, develop, and deploy automated tests that validate critical robotic functionalities, including locomotion, perception, and control systems
Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams (software, hardware, and systems integration etc) to understand new features and product requirements and to define comprehensive test strategies
Conduct in-depth root cause analysis for complex defects and provide detailed insights to the development team to drive quick resolutions
Mentor and guide junior SDETs and software engineers on automation principles and tooling
Qualification
Required
8+ years of experience in software development or test automation, with at least one year in a technical leadership or staff-level role
Proven expertise in designing and implementing robust automation frameworks from scratch
Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, C++, or Java
Solid understanding of core robotics concepts such as ROS/ROS2, SLAM, sensor fusion, and control systems
Hands-on experience with hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) testing and interacting with physical robotic systems
Experience with CI/CD pipelines (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI) and integrating automated tests into the build process
Exceptional problem-solving skills and a meticulous approach to quality
Excellent communication skills to effectively collaborate with engineers and stakeholders
Preferred
Experience with cloud automation, containerization (Docker), or orchestration (Kubernetes)
Knowledge of system integration and end-to-end testing for complex hardware/software systems
Experience with different test frameworks and tools (e.g., Pytest, Selenium, Robot Framework)
Benefits
401(k) Plan: Includes a 6% company match.
Equity: Company stock options.
Insurance Coverage: 100% company-paid medical, dental, vision, and short/long-term disability insurance for employees.
Benefit Start Date: Eligible for benefits on your first day of employment.
Well-Being Support: Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Time Off:
+ Exempt Employees: Flexible, unlimited PTO and 10 company holidays, including a winter shutdown.
+ Non-Exempt Employees: 10 vacation days, paid sick leave, and 10 company holidays, including a winter shutdown, annually.
On-Site Perks: Catered lunches four times a week and a variety of healthy snacks and refreshments at our Salem and Pittsburgh locations.
Parental Leave: Generous paid parental leave programs.
Work Environment: A culture that supports flexible work arrangements.
Growth Opportunities: Professional development and tuition reimbursement programs.
Relocation Assistance: Provided for eligible roles.
Company
Agility Robotics
Agility Robotics builds an efficient, agile, and robust legged platforms for real world applications.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$178.79MKey Investors
NVenturesSchaeffler GroupPlayground Global
2025-09-10Series C
2024-11-13Corporate Round
2022-04-22Series B· $150M
Leadership Team
Peggy Johnson
Chief Executive Officer
Jonathan Hurst
Co-Founder and Chief Robot Officer
Recent News
2026-01-11
Business Insider
2026-01-06
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