Robotic Engineer

Kickmaker; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 115,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental coverage

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Kickmaker is expanding its US robotics engineering team in Boston, Seattle and San Francisco. The role involves designing, developing, and implementing robotic systems from concept to deployment, with a focus on autonomy and AI-enabled hardware.

We seek candidates with 5+ years in robotics or automation, strong Python/C++ skills, ROS/ROS2 experience, and a solid background in control, perception, and sensor integration. Join a maker culture with exciting projects and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Requires a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a related engineering field.
• 5+ years of robotics or automation experience preferred.
• Strong programming in Python and/or C++ with ROS/ROS2 knowledge.

Responsibilities

• 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 mechanical, electrical, and software engineers.

Skills

Python

C++

ROS/ROS2

Control systems

Computer vision

Sensor integration

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Robotics, Mechanical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Computer Science, 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 ourUS robotic engineering team :

The role involved designing, developping, 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

• Base Salary:$115 000 to $150 000/ year
• Experience Required:5 years in a relevant field

$115,000 - $149,995 a year

Your adventure atKickmaker

AtKickmakeryou’llwork on 5–10 projects annually, choosing from a wide range ofindustries :from robotics, medical devices, fitness tech, and automotive, to 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.

Ifyou’recurious about our spirit and way of working (andyou’vegot a minute) check out this short video where Leonardo da Vinci “visits” Kickmaker. Animage is worth a thousand words, and this one will give you the full vibe