Lead Robotic Systems Validation Engineer

Noble Machines; Sunnyvale (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Noble Machines in Sunnyvale, CA is seeking a Lead Test Engineer to own validation of multipurpose humanoid robots across hardware, software, and AI systems. You will operate the robot to stress test performance, design test plans, and produce reports that help engineers improve reliability and capability.

This hands-on role focuses on ensuring robots are ready for deployment in demanding environments, coordinating with hardware, software, and AI teams to drive continuous improvement and robust

Qualifications

• 3+ years in robotics testing or similar hands-on roles.
• Experience operating complex hardware or robotic systems.
• Ability to design structured tests and document results clearly.
• Familiar with testing hardware, software, and AI-driven systems.
• Comfortable working with logs, data, and basic analysis tools.
• Strong attention to detail and clear written communication.

Responsibilities

• Operate humanoid robots to execute functional, stress, and edge-case tests.
• Design and run tests covering mechanical, electrical, software, and AI behavior.
• Validate robot performance, safety, and reliability in lab and field environments.
• Document test procedures, results, failures, and observed behavior.
• Collect and analyze logs, telemetry, video, and AI outputs.
• Report clear, actionable findings to hardware, software, and AI engineers.
• Verify fixes and improvements through repeatable regression testing.

Skills

Robotics testing

System testing

Hardware operation

Data analysis

Documentation

Job description

Noble Machines in Sunnyvale, CA is seeking a Lead Test Engineer to own validation of multipurpose humanoid robots across hardware, software, and AI systems. You will operate the robot to stress test performance, design test plans, and produce reports that help engineers improve reliability and capability.

This hands-on role focuses on ensuring robots are ready for deployment in demanding environments, coordinating with hardware, software, and AI teams to drive continuous improvement and robust