Software Engineer - Robotics & Autonomous Systems at Scale AI, Inc.

Software Engineer - Robotics & Autonomous SystemsScale's Robotics business unit is dedicated to solving the data bottleneck in Physical AI across Robotics, Autonomous Vehicles, and Computer Vision. In this role, you'll be a key contributor building production systems for robotics data collection, model training pipelines, and evaluation infrastructure. You'll have the opportunity to own critical parts of our robotics platform, work directly with cutting-edge robotics and AV customers, and shape the future of embodied AI systems.You Will:Own and architect large-scale data processing pipelines for robotics and autonomous vehicle datasetsBuild ML training and fine-tuning pipelines using Scale's robotics dataWork across backend (Python, Node.js, C++) and frontend (React, TypeScript) stacks to build end-to-end solutionsDevelop tools and systems for robotics data collection, teleoperation, and model evaluationInteract directly with robotics and AV stakeholders to understand their technical needs and drive product developmentBuild real-time systems for robotic control, sensor fusion, and perception pipelinesDesign comprehensive monitoring and evaluation frameworks for robotics models and data qualityCollaborate with ML engineers and researchers to bring robotics research into productionDeliver features at high velocity while maintaining system reliability and performanceIdeally, You Have:3+ years of software engineering experience in robotics, autonomous vehicles, or related fieldsStrong programming skills in Python and TypeScript/Node.js for production systemsExperience with React and modern frontend development for 3D interfacesPractical experience with robotics frameworks (ROS/ROS2), simulation environments, or AV systemsUnderstanding of distributed systems, workflow orchestration, and cloud infrastructure (AWS, Temporal, Kubernetes, Docker)Experience with databases (MongoDB, PostgreSQL) and data processing at scaleTrack record of working with cross-functional teams including ML engineers, researchers, and customersStrong communication skills and ability to operate with high autonomyNice to Haves:Experience with C++Experience with robotics hardware platforms (robotic arms, mobile robots, perception systems) with a focus on time synchronizationBackground in computer vision, SLAM, motion planning, or imitation learningFamiliarity with autonomous vehicle data, lidar technologies, or 3D data processingExperience with ML model deployment and serving frameworksKnowledge of teleoperation systems (ALOHA, UMI, hand tracking) or VR interfacesExperience with workflow orchestration systems (Temporal, Airflow)Published research or open-source contributions in robotics or autonomous systemsCompensation packages at Scale for eligible roles include base salary, equity, and benefits. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position, determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, interview performance, and relevant education or training. Scale employees in eligible roles are also granted equity based compensation, subject to Board of Director approval. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process, and confirm whether the hired role will be eligible for equity grant. You'll also receive benefits including, but not limited to: Comprehensive health, dental and vision coverage, retirement benefits, a learning and development stipend, and generous PTO. Additionally, this role may be eligible for additional benefits such as a commuter stipend.The base salary range for this full-time position in the location of San Francisco is:$216,200—$270,250 USDPLEASE NOTE:Our policy requires a 90-day waiting period before reconsidering candidates for the same role. This allows us to ensure a fair and thorough evaluation of all applicants.About Us:At Scale, our mission is to develop reliable AI systems for the world's most important decisions. Our products provide the high-quality data and full-stack technologies that power the world's leading models, and help enterprises and governments build, deploy, and oversee AI applications that deliver real impact. We work closely with industry leaders like Meta, Cisco, DLA Piper, Mayo Clinic, Time Inc., the Government of Qatar, and U.S. government agencies including the Army and Air Force. 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