Staff Robotics Test Engineer

Exol; Wilmington (DE); On-site; USD 149,000 - 205,000; Full time

Job summary

Symbotic is seeking a Staff Robotics Test Engineer to advance test coverage and integration robustness across multiple robotic platforms. You will lead test automation, develop hardware-in-the-loop testing, and drive scalable testing frameworks for mobile robot capabilities.

The role requires 6+ years of robotics testing experience, strong Python/C++ skills, and hands-on ROS/Gazebo expertise. Travel up to 10% may be required; base compensation ranges from $149,000 to $204,600 with a

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s orMaster’s degree in computer science, Robotics, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum 6years of engineering experience testing complex robotics and integrated hardware/software systems.
• Strong robotics systems testing expertise, including hardware integration, validation, and troubleshooting.
• Proficient in Python, C++, Bash, Linux, Git, and test automation frameworks (e.g.,PyTest).
• Experience with CI/CD tools, containerization, data analysis, and log parsing techniques.
• Solid knowledge of software QA principles, testing methodologies, and embedded/robotic systems.
• Hands-on experience with ROS, Gazebo, robotics simulation platforms, and HIL/SIL testing environments.
• Experience building scalable robotic test frameworks and familiarity with AI-assisted development tools.

Responsibilities

• Own design, implement and run software test for mobile robot drive and pick n’ place capabilities.
• Owns development of simulation in the loop and hardware in the loop testing for verification of robot behaviors.
• Own software integrationtesting ofsystems and subsystems.
• Lead testing framework development for scalability across multiple robot platforms.
• Implement and conduct tests via scripting, data logparsingand analysis
• Collaborate with software developers to develop tests that verify performance of new robot capabilities.
• Perform root cause analysis and system level debugging of hardware/software components for mobile robotplatform.
• Troubleshoot system problems in production or design by investigating issues related to product performance or production difficulties.

Skills

Python

C++

Bash

Linux

Git

PyTest

Robotics testing

ROS

Gazebo

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Robotics, Mechanical Engineering, or related field

Tools

ROS

Gazebo

CI/CD

Containerization

Job description

Who we are

With its A.I.-powered robotic technology platform, Symbotic is changing the way consumer goods move through the supply chain. Intelligent software orchestrates advanced robots in a high-density, end-to-end system – reinventing warehouse automation for increased efficiency, speed and flexibility.

What we need

We are looking for aStaffRobotics Test Engineer. They willwillfacilitatethe advancementfortest coverage and integration robustness via test automation and tool development to support multiple robotic platforms supporting growing customer projects.

What we do

We are a talented team of roboticists working on the heart ofSymbotic’sautomation solution –Symbot, the mobile robot. Weare responsible fordelivering solutions for the storage and retrieval of cases performed in a fully autonomous structureoperating1,000s ofSymbotsat customer sites.

Whatyou’lldo

• Own design, implement and run software test for mobile robot drive and pick n’ place capabilities.

• Owns development of simulation in the loop and hardware in the loop testing for verification of robot behaviors.

• Own software integrationtesting ofsystems and subsystems.

• Lead testing framework development for scalability across multiple robot platforms.

• Implement and conduct tests via scripting, data logparsingand analysis

• Collaborate with software developers to develop tests that verify performance of new robot capabilities.

• Perform root cause analysis and system level debugging of hardware/software components for mobile robotplatform.

• Troubleshoot system problems in production or design by investigating issues related to product performance or production difficulties.

Whatyou’llneed

• Bachelor’s orMaster’sdegreein computer science, Robotics, MechanicalEngineering, or relatedfield.

• Minimum 6years of engineering experience testing complex robotics and integrated hardware/software systems.

• Strong robotics systems testingexpertise, including hardware integration, validation, and troubleshooting.

• Proficient in Python, C++, Bash, Linux, Git, and test automation frameworks (e.g.,PyTest).

• Experience with CI/CD tools, containerization, data analysis, and log parsing techniques.

• Solid knowledge of software QA principles, testing methodologies, and embedded/robotic systems.

• Hands-on experience with ROS, Gazebo, robotics simulation platforms, and HIL/SIL testing environments.

• Experience building scalable robotic test frameworks and familiarity with AI-assisted development tools.

Our environment

• Up to 10% of travel may berequired. Employees must have a valid driver’s license and the ability to drive and/or fly to client and other customer locations.

• The employeeis responsible forowning a credit card and managing expenses personally to be reimbursed on a bi-weekly basis.

About Symbotic

Symbotic is an automation technology leader reimagining the supply chain with its end-to-end, AI-powered robotic and software platform. Symbotic reinvents the warehouse as a strategic asset for the world’s largest retail, wholesale, and food & beverage companies. Applying next-gen technology, high-density storage and machine learning to solve today’s complex distribution challenges, Symbotic enables companies to move goods with unmatched speed, agility, accuracy and efficiency. As the backbone of commerce the Symbotic platform transforms the flow of goods and the economics of supply chain for its customers. For more information, visit www.symbotic.com.

We are a community of innovators, collaborators and pioneers who embrace our differences, because we know unique perspectives make us stronger and smarter. Every perspective matters. We depend on the collective voices of our employees, customers and community to help guide us as we build a better place to work – for you and the world. That’s why we’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

We do not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or genetic information.

The base range for this position in the posted location is $149,000.00 - $204,600.00 however, base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The compensation package includes medical, dental, vision, disability, 401K, PTO and/or other benefits.