Robotics Engineer Phoenix, Arizona

Gatik Al, Inc.; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Gatik Al, Inc. is seeking a Robotics Engineer to enhance its self-driving technology team in Phoenix, AZ. The role involves validating and testing autonomous driving systems and requires a Master’s degree in a relevant field, alongside hands-on experience with Linux, ROS, and C++.

Ideal candidates should have a strong analytical mindset, knowledge of vehicle systems, and practical exposure to the CAN protocol. Join Gatik to contribute to groundbreaking advancements in autonomous logistics!

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a relevant engineering discipline.
• Hands-on experience with Linux, comfortable with shell and debugging tools.
• Working knowledge of ROS1 and ROS2 for node and topic management.
• Practical CAN protocol exposure and message decoding.
• Solid foundation in automobile systems and robotics fundamentals.
• Basic Python scripting skills for automation tasks.
• Reading-level proficiency in C++ for code navigation.

Responsibilities

• Design, execute, and document test plans for autonomous driving features.
• Develop and maintain test scripts and automation tools in Python and C++.
• Interface with vehicle electronics over the CAN bus.
• Reproduce, triage, and log defects with project teams.
• Calibrate and verify sensor stacks and validate fusion outputs.
• Participate in testing and contribute to test infrastructure.

Skills

Linux (Ubuntu)

ROS1 and ROS2

Python

C++

CAN protocol knowledge

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Master’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics, Mechatronics, Robotics, Computer Science

Tools

CANalyzer

SocketCAN

Vector/Kvaser

Job description

Gatik, the leader in autonomous middle-mile logistics, is revolutionizing the B2B supply chain with its autonomous transportation-as-a-service (ATaaS) solution and prioritizing safe, consistent deliveries while streamlining freight movement by reducing congestion. The company focuses on short‑haul, B2B logistics for Fortune 500 retailers and in 2021 launched the world’s first fully driverless commercial transportation service with Walmart. Gatik's Class 3‑7 autonomous trucks are commercially deployed across major markets, including Texas, Arkansas, and Ontario, Canada, driving innovation in freight transportation.

The company's proprietary Level 4 autonomous technology, Gatik Carrier™, is custom-built to transport freight safely and efficiently between pick‑up and drop‑off locations on the middle mile. With robust capabilities in both highway and urban environments, Gatik Carrier™ serves as an all-encompassing solution that integrates advanced software and hardware powering the fleet, facilitating effortless integration into customers' logistics operations.

About the role

We are looking for a Robotics Engineer to join our self-driving technology team. In this role, you will be responsible for validating the performance, reliability, and safety of autonomous driving systems through structured testing on both simulated environments and real vehicles. You will work closely with perception, planning, and controls engineers to design test cases, log and analyze data, and identify failure modes before they reach production.

If you are passionate about robotics, automobiles, and building systems that operate safely in the real world, we'd love to hear from you.

This role is onsite at our Phoenix, AZ office.

What you’ll do

• Design, execute, and document test plans for autonomous driving features, including perception, localization, path planning, and vehicle control.
• Develop and maintain test scripts and automation tools using Python and C++ on Linux-based platforms.
• Work with ROS1 and ROS2 to launch nodes, record/replay rosbags, debug topic streams, and integrate test harnesses.
• Interface with vehicle electronics over the CAN bus — sending, receiving, and decoding signals using tools such as CANalyzer, SocketCAN, or equivalent.
• Reproduce, triage, and log defects with detailed steps, sensor data, and rosbag artifacts; collaborate with the development team to drive issues to closure.
• Calibrate and verify sensor stacks (LiDAR, camera, radar, IMU, GNSS) and validate sensor fusion outputs.
• Participate in track testing, closed‑course evaluations, and structured public‑road drives in accordance with safety protocols.
• Contribute to test infrastructure: data pipelines, regression suites, KPIs, and dashboards that measure autonomy performance over time.
• Maintain accurate, audit‑ready test documentation and reports.

What we’re looking for

• Master’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics, Mechatronics, Robotics, Computer Science, or a related engineering discipline.
• Hands‑on experience with Linux (Ubuntu) — comfortable with the shell, build systems, networking, and debugging tools.
• Working knowledge of ROS1 and ROS2 — nodes, topics, services, launch files, rosbag, tf, and basic package development.
• Practical exposure to the CAN protocol, including message decoding using DBC files and use of CAN tools/hardware (Vector, Kvaser, or similar).
• Solid foundation in automobile systems — powertrain, steering, braking, vehicle dynamics.
• Understanding of robotics fundamentals — coordinate frames, transforms, sensors, actuators, and basic state estimation.
• Basic Python scripting for automation, log parsing, and data analysis.
• Reading‑level proficiency in C++, with the ability to navigate, debug, and make small modifications to existing codebases.
• Strong analytical mindset with attention to detail and a structured approach to problem‑solving.
• Good written and verbal communication skills for clear test reporting.

Bonus Points

• Familiarity with version control (Git), CI/CD pipelines, and issue trackers (Jira).
• Exposure to functional safety standards (ISO 26262) or SOTIF (ISO 21448).
• Experience working with sensor calibration tools and rosbag analysis at scale.
• A valid driver's license and willingness to participate in on‑road test drives.

As set forth in Gatik AI’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy, we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law.