Staff HiL SW Infrastructure Engineer

Agility Robotics; Fremont (CA); Hybrid; USD 190,000 - 247,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Plan with company match

Equity options

100% company-paid insurance coverage

Unlimited PTO for exempt employees

Catered lunches and snacks

Job summary

Agility Robotics in Fremont, CA, is seeking a Staff HiL Software Infrastructure Engineer to lead the development of a Hardware-in-the-Loop ecosystem for our advanced humanoid robots. Responsibilities include automation framework design, CI/CD pipelines, and real-time simulation development. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in test engineering and a solid background in robotics.

This hybrid position offers a competitive salary, flexible time off, and a comprehensive benefits package including a 401(k) plan with company match and generous parental leave programs.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in test engineering, design verification, or electrical validation.
• Proficiency in Python for automation and scripting.
• Experience with real-time simulation platforms such as dSpace or NI.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement automation frameworks for continuous firmware and software testing.
• Build and manage automated CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions.
• Develop high-fidelity RT models for motor and communication framework.

Skills

Test engineering

Robotics experience

Automation skills in Python

Hardware-in-the-Loop systems

Verification & Validation methodologies

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or related field

Tools

MATLAB/Simulink

GitHub Actions

Linux RT

Job description

Agility’s commercially deployed humanoids operate alongside teams in warehouses, manufacturing facilities, and distribution centers—tackling physically demanding and repetitive tasks while enabling workers to focus on higher-value work. With industry-leading safety standards and years of proven deployment data, we’re pioneering a new era of automation that enhances human potential.

Role Overview

Agility Robotics is seeking a Staff HiL Software Infrastructure Engineer to join the Systems Engineering, Integration & Test (SEIT) team. This critical role will lead the development of a modular, rack‑based Hardware‑in‑the‑Loop (HiL) ecosystem for our next‑generation V5 humanoid robot. You will be responsible for the core software infrastructure that powers our automated testing, including real‑time simulation models, CI/CD pipelines, and hardware interface libraries.

Key Responsibilities

• Automation Framework Development: Design, implement, and scale test automation frameworks to support continuous firmware and software regression testing.
• CI/CD Pipeline Engineering: Build and manage automated pipelines using GitHub Actions to trigger firmware flashing and test execution on physical HiL runners.
• Real‑Time Simulation Modeling: Develop high‑fidelity RT models for motor, encoder, communication framework and sensor emulation to support sub‑system and full‑system HiL benches.
• Hardware Interface Libraries: Create and maintain robust software libraries for interfacing with industrial hardware protocols, including EtherCAT, CAN, SPI, I2C, SCPI‑controlled power supplies, and PXI relay APIs.
• Infrastructure Management: Configure and maintain Linux‑based workstations as GitHub Actions self‑hosted runners, ensuring deterministic and traceable test environments.
• Cross‑Functional Collaboration: Partner with Electrical Engineers and Firmware teams to define signal mapping, fault injection requirements, and sensor data simulation strategies.
• Fault Injection Implementation: Programmatically control Fault Injection Units (FIU) to simulate short‑to‑battery, short‑to‑ground, and open‑circuit conditions on critical robot signals.

Technical Skills & Requirements

Core Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in test engineering, design verification, or electrical validation
• Strong preference for experience in robotics, autonomous vehicles, aerospace, or other complex hardware systems
• Extensive experience in designing, implementing, and maintaining Hardware‑in‑the‑Loop (HiL) systems, and deep familiarity with Verification & Validation (V&V) methodologies for complex robotic or embedded systems.
• Strong proficiency in Python for automation, scripting, and development, as well as MATLAB/Simulink for real‑time model development.
• Proven experience with GitHub Actions and test automation framework in a hardware‑focused environment.
• Deep understanding of EtherCAT, Ethernet, CAN, SPI, I2C, and differential UART.
• Experience with real‑time simulation platforms such as dSpace (Labbox/SCALEXIO/ConfigurationDesk) or NI, and real‑time operating systems like Linux RT.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with Acontis and other EtherCAT simulation
• Proven experience in Linux system administration and Docker for containerized test environments.
• Experience with one or more robotics simulation platforms such as NVIDIA Isaac Sim, MuJoCo, Gazebo, or Webots.
• Experience with programmable power supplies, electronic loads, and PXI‑based switching hardware.
• Experience in a high‑growth startup or NPI environment, specifically bridging the gap between R&D prototypes and production hardening.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or a related field (Master’s preferred)

This a hybrid position based out of one of our Fremont, CA offices.

Salary Range

$190,000—$247,000 USD

Total Rewards Package

• 401(k) Plan: Includes a 6% company match.
• Equity: Company stock options.
• Insurance Coverage: 100% company‑paid medical, dental, vision, and short/long‑term disability insurance for employees.
• Benefit Start Date: Eligible for benefits on your first day of employment.
• Well‑Being Support: Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Time Off:
  • Exempt Employees: Flexible, unlimited PTO and 12 company holidays, including a winter shutdown.
  • Non‑Exempt Employees: 10 vacation days, paid sick leave, and 12 company holidays, including a winter shutdown, annually.
• On‑Site Perks: Catered lunches four times a week and a variety of healthy snacks and refreshments at our Salem and Pittsburgh locations.
• Parental Leave: Generous paid parental leave programs.
• Work Environment: A culture that supports flexible work arrangements.
• Growth Opportunities: Professional development and tuition reimbursement programs.
• Relocation Assistance: Provided for eligible roles.
• Annual Discretionary Bonus: Provided for eligible roles.

All of our roles are U.S.-based. Applicants must have current authorization to work in the United States.

EEO Statement

Agility Robotics is committed to a work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. Each individual has the right to work in a professional atmosphere that promotes equal employment opportunities and prohibits unlawful discriminatory practices, including harassment. Therefore, it is the policy of Agility Robotics to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital status, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. Agility Robotics prohibits any such discrimination or harassment.