Robotic Systems Engineer

Perceptron
Perceptron

Software Engineering

USD 180k-250k / year + Equity

Posted on Jun 17, 2026
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We’re seeking an exceptional Roboticist / Robotic Systems Engineer to build and deploy robotic embodiments for embodied AI research, integrating hardware and software to run VLMs and VLAs, enable teleoperation and data collection, and support rapid iteration between real-world robots and learning systems.

The Opportunity

As a Robotic Systems Engineer on our team, you’ll own the full lifecycle of embodied platforms used for research. You’ll help bring up new robot embodiments, integrate learning-based models, and create the infrastructure that enables rapid iteration between robot deployment, data collection, model training, and evaluation.

Your work will span:

  • Robotic Embodiments & Integration

    • Build, integrate, and deploy open- and closed-source robotic platforms, spanning actuation, sensing, compute, and software stacks

  • VLM / VLA Deployment

    • Deploy and evaluate vision-language models (VLMs) and vision-language-action models (VLAs) on real robotic systems, including adapting open-source VLAs such as GR00T, OpenVLA, and related frameworks to new embodiments and tasks

  • Simulation & Model-in-the-Loop Development

    • Use simulation environments such as Isaac Sim to develop, test, and validate robotic behaviors, and to support sim-to-real iteration

  • Teleoperation & Data Collection Systems

    • Design and implement teleoperation and mixed-autonomy systems—including VR/MR-based interfaces (e.g., Apple Vision Pro, Meta Quest 3)—to enable scalable, high-quality robot data collection

  • Controls, Autonomy & Feedback

    • Implement and tune control, state estimation, and autonomy components that support stable, repeatable robot behavior in real-world environments

  • Reliability, Observability & Debugging

    • Build tooling, diagnostics, and processes that maximize robot uptime and accelerate debugging across mechanical, electrical, firmware, and software layers

    What You’ll Bring

  • BS, MS, or PhD in Robotics, Computer Science, Electrical or Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent practical experience
  • Strong system-level understanding of robotics hardware, firmware, and software layers
  • Proficiency in Python and/or C++ for production robotics systems
  • Hands-on experience integrating and debugging robots that operate in the physical world
  • Experience with robotics frameworks and tooling (e.g., ROS / ROS2, simulation environments)
  • Comfort working across perception, control, and infrastructure boundaries
  • Strong debugging instincts and an ownership mindset for complex, cross-disciplinary systems

    • Ideal Candidates Will Also Have

  • Experience deploying robots outside the lab, including field testing or production environments
  • Familiarity with VLMs, VLAs, imitation learning, or data-driven robotics workflows
  • Experience with real-time systems, embedded platforms, or edge compute constraints
  • Experience with simulation tools such as Isaac Sim or hardware-in-the-loop testing
  • Background building teleoperation or VR/MR-based robot control interfaces
  • Experience collaborating closely with research teams to co-design models and robotic systems

    • Join us in building robotic systems that tightly couple real-world deployment and learning, enabling robots to continuously improve through interaction with the physical world.

    Compensation

    At Perceptron, we offer competitive benefits including:

  • For this role, a base salary of $180,000 to $250,000 + Equity (Please note: Starting salary may depend on location and level of experience)
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance; paid time off and company holidays; equity/stock options; in-office perks at our Bellevue, WA headquarters.
  • Location: Bellevue, WA

    • EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT

    Perceptron is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. All hiring decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business need.

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