Field Robotics Deployment Engineer

Socket.dev; Sterling (VA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Field AI is seeking a proactive Field Application Engineer in Sterling, VA to lead deployments and support autonomous robotic systems, including quadrupeds, rovers, and humanoids. You will bridge customers, field operations, and engineering with hands-on problem solving and project leadership.

The role demands strong technical skills, effective communication, and the ability to manage multiple deployments in dynamic field environments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in a related technical field.
• Hands-on robotics and autonomous systems experience.
• Experience with sensors, embedded systems, and networking.
• Proficient in Python or C++ and scripting.
• Strong technical communication for diverse audiences.
• Ability to manage deployments and coordinate cross-functional teams.
• Willingness to travel frequently.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary technical point of contact for customers throughout deployment, testing, and operational activities.
• Lead customer-facing engagements related to deployment planning, implementation, system performance, and ongoing support.
• Develop deployment plans, project timelines, operational procedures, and technical implementation strategies for autonomous robotic systems.
• Coordinate and drive execution across engineering, operations, and customer teams to ensure successful project outcomes.
• Deploy and supervise advanced robotic systems in customer and field environments.
• Troubleshoot complex hardware, software, autonomy, networking, and systems integration issues in live operational settings.
• Evaluate field performance data and communicate findings, risks, and recommendations to engineering and product teams.
• Manage multiple customer deployments and technical projects simultaneously while balancing competing priorities and timelines.
• Lead technical reviews, deployment readiness assessments, and project status discussions with internal and external stakeholders.
• Act as a trusted advisor to customers by translating complex technical concepts into actionable operational guidance.
• Document technical findings, deployment outcomes, and customer feedback to influence product development and deployment strategies.
• Identify opportunities to improve deployment processes, customer experience, operational efficiency, and product adoption.
• Support demonstrations, field testing activities, and strategic customer engagements.

Skills

Robotics experience

Python

C++

Networking

Embedded systems

Technical communication

Analytical skills

Project management

Willingness to travel

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in a related technical field

Job description

Field AI is seeking a proactive Field Application Engineer in Sterling, VA to lead deployments and support autonomous robotic systems, including quadrupeds, rovers, and humanoids. You will bridge customers, field operations, and engineering with hands-on problem solving and project leadership.

The role demands strong technical skills, effective communication, and the ability to manage multiple deployments in dynamic field environments.