Robotics Software Engineer

Lumicity
San Francisco, California, United StatesFull-time$180,000–$250,000Posted Aug 27, 2026

About the role

Partnered with a well-funded, early-stage robotics startup building and deploying intelligent robotic systems into real-world industrial environments. They already have commercial customers and robots deployed in the field and are now scaling both the technology and engineering team.

They're hiring Junior – Senior Robotics Software Engineers.

You're a strong fit if you have:

Robot manipulation / robotic arms

Motion planning, perception / vision or calibration

Real-world robot deployment experience

Strong C++ / Python

US Citizen preferred

Bonus: manufacturing, force control or industrial deployments

Why join:

Hands-on engineering with significant technical influence

Work across vision, planning, manipulation & deployment

High ownership within a small, early-stage team

$180K-$250K base + 0.7-0.9% equity

Onsite in San Francisco, CA

Apply for more details

Email: harry.laing@lumicity.io

Responsibilities

  • Partner with a robotics startup to build and deploy intelligent robotic systems
  • Work on robot manipulation, motion planning, perception, and calibration
  • Deploy robots in real-world industrial environments

Qualifications

  • Experience with robot manipulation and robotic arms
  • Strong programming skills in C++ and Python
  • Real-world robot deployment experience
  • US Citizenship preferred

Benefits

  • Hands-on engineering with significant technical influence
  • High ownership within a small, early-stage team
  • Equity options

Skills mentioned

C++PythonRoboticsComputer VisionEmbedded SystemsEmbedded Software DevelopmentSystems EngineeringReal-Time Operating SystemsSensor FusionConcurrency

About Lumicity

Solutions Led. Results Driven. People Focused. Founded in 2016 as the U.S. arm of the G2V Group, Lumicity delivers world-class talent solutions within emerging and high-growth industries across the United States — including Engineering, Construction, Life Sciences, Technology, and Energy. From startups shaping the future to established global leaders, we connect exceptional people with meaningful opportunities through a consultative, partnership-driven approach. Our services include direct hire, contract, retained, and executive search, designed to help businesses scale and professionals thrive. With offices in Los Angeles, Houston, Miami, and Chicago, Lumicity has earned a reputation for meteoric growth, market expertise, and industry-leading customer care. As part of the G2V Group, we’ve been recognized among the Fastest-Growing Staffing Firms in the U.S. (SIA Awards) and are proud to uphold the same high standards of excellence worldwide. At Lumicity, we’re more than a staffing agency — we’re a career accelerator for graduates and professionals and a strategic talent partner for organizations driving innovation. Whether you’re looking to hire top talent, launch a career in recruitment, or discover your next opportunity, our team of specialists is here to deliver solutions that drive real results.

Staffing and Recruiting51-200 employeesLos Angeles