Robotic Engineer

Kickmaker; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 140,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental coverage

Paid time off

401(k) plan

Job summary

A high-tech product design agency is seeking a Robotic Engineer based in Austin, Texas. This role involves designing and developing robotic systems, requiring strong programming skills in Python and/or C++, along with 5+ years of experience in robotics or automation. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams and have the opportunity to work on diverse projects across various industries. This position offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in robotics or automation.
• Experience with control systems and sensor integration.
• Familiarity with algorithm development and optimization.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and test robotic systems and components.
• Develop and optimize control algorithms and perception systems.
• Conduct simulations and real-world testing to validate performance.

Skills

Strong programming skills in Python

Control systems knowledge

Problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Robotics or related field

Tools

ROS/ROS2

MATLAB

Job description

Kickmaker is a high-tech product design and industrialization agency.

We support our customers from prototype to production run in our main vertical markets (medical, new mobility, electrification, agrotech, robotics, IOT and consumer devices) and our cross-disciplinary skills (embedded AI, high-tech manufacturing automation, eco-design, industrial design and WEB 3.0 for the economy of functionality).

We're evolving with a real maker culture! Passion, excitement and kindness are the pillars of KICKMAKER. This team and community spirit has enabled us to shape a unique corporate culture. Our approach: to enable everyone to fulfill their potential by working on exciting projects, and to encourage autonomy and initiative.

Present in France, China and the United States, our community counts over 250 passionate kickers and keeps growing. It is in this context that we are looking to strengthen our team in Boston, Seattle and San Fransisco.

We’re growing our US robotic engineering team

The role involves designing, developing, and implementing robotic systems and algorithms, contributing to the full lifecycle of our products—from concept to deployment.

What you’ll do

• Design, build, and test robotic systems and components
• Develop and optimize control algorithms, perception systems, and navigation strategies
• Integrate hardware and software components for autonomous or semi-autonomous systems
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including mechanical, electrical, and software engineers
• Conduct simulations and real-world testing to validate system performance
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues in development and production environments
• Stay current with emerging technologies and industry trends in robotics and AI

What you bring

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Robotics, Mechanical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field
• 5+ years of experience in robotics or automation (industry is preferred)
• Strong programming skills in Python and/or C++
• Experience with ROS/ROS2
• Knowledge of control systems, computer vision, and sensor integration
• Familiarity with simulation tools such as MATLAB
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail

• Location: San Francisco, California, USA
• Base Salary: $140,000 to $170,000/year
• Experience Required: 5 years in a relevant field

Your adventure at Kickmaker

You’ll work on 5–10 projects annually, choosing from a wide range of industries: robotics, medical devices, fitness tech, automotive, micro-mobility, beauty tech, sports exoskeletons, and AI-driven hardware.

Your path evolves with your curiosity: we help you grow where your professional ambitions and personal passions meet, always connected to the latest tech breakthroughs.

We offer a benefits package designed to support you and your family while keeping costs low. This includes health and dental coverage, paid time off, and 5 sick days for rest and renewal. You can also join our 401(k) plan to invest in your future.

Our Culture & Spirit

Kickmaker is built by innovators, for innovators. Across our 7 offices we give you the tools to make your ideas happen.

Our vision is simple: build a space where innovators can explore, experiment, and push boundaries together.

If you’re curious about our spirit and way of working (and you’ve got a minute) check out this short video where Leonardo da Vinci “visits” Kickmaker. An image is worth a thousand words, and this one will give you the full vibe.

If you’ve ever looked at a product and thought, “I could build this better,” let’s talk!