Robotics Engineer
Vale Concepts•Seattle, WA
•$122,000 - $162,000•Onsite
About The Position
As a Robotics Engineer, you will develop and refine the robotic systems at the heart of Vale’s matcha automation platform, ensuring speed, accuracy, and safety in every interaction.
Requirements
- Legally authorized to work in the United States
- 4+ years of robotics engineering experience in research or product development
- Proficiency in ROS/ROS2 or equivalent robotic middleware
- Experience with motion planning frameworks such as MoveIt or custom trajectory generation
- Hands-on experience with robotic hardware integration including grippers, cameras, and sensors
- Strong programming skills in C++ and/or Python
Nice To Haves
- Enthusiastic about matcha. The world of matcha is huge, so you should be curious about its benefits, flavor profiles, and methods of preparation.
- Detail Oriented. Take pride in your craft and ensure Vale’s products are consistent, repeatable, and of the highest quality.
- Versatile. Bringing matcha to a billion people is dynamic work! You should be comfortable sharing your expertise in one area, but capable of owning something new in another.
- A bar raiser with proven experience. You don’t just meet the standard — you raise it. You bring deep, hands-on expertise that elevates everyone around you and sets a new benchmark for what great looks like.
- Excited to be a part of a growing team. Vale is a growing company and we want you to grow with us.
- Future oriented. You’re fascinated by the intersection of mechanical intelligence and software. You believe robots should be safe, precise, and a joy to work alongside.
Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and optimize robotic subsystems including manipulators, end effectors, and perception systems
- Develop motion planning and control algorithms for precise robotic manipulation
- Integrate robotic systems with vision, sensing, and machine control software
- Test and validate robotic performance in lab and field settings
- Collaborate with Controls, Mechanical, and Firmware teams on system integration
- Debug complex robotic behaviors and resolve issues systematically
- Document robotic systems design, algorithms, and test results
Benefits
- Company funded ORCA card
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits
- Annual bonuses
- Joining a fun startup in Seattle
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
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