Staff Hardware Test Engineer

Agility Robotics•San Francisco, CA

17h•Hybrid

About The Position

Agility Robotics is a pioneer. Our robot, Digit, is the first to be sold into workplaces across the globe. Our team is differentiated by its expertise in imagining, engineering, and delivering robots with advanced mobility, dexterity, intelligence, and efficiency -- robots specifically designed to work alongside people, in spaces built for people. Every day, we break through engineering challenges and invent new solutions and capabilities that will one day make robots commonplace and approachable. This work is our passion and our responsibility: our mission is to make businesses more productive and people’s lives more fulfilling. About Agility Robotics: Agility Robotics is at the forefront of humanoid robotics, redefining how robots interact with and navigate the human world. Our cutting-edge robots rely on advanced hardware systems, including actuators, motor controllers, sensors, PCBAs, limbs, and end effectors, to perform complex tasks in dynamic and demanding environments. Role Overview: We are seeking a Staff Hardware Test Engineer with 8+ years of experience to join our team in the San Francisco Bay Area. In this hybrid role, you will serve as a key technical leader for design verification testing of the humanoid robot Torso electrical subsystem and components including PCBAs, battery systems, power electronics, and advanced sensors such as cameras and LiDAR. You will own verification strategy and planning, develop robust test infrastructure, lead subsystem-level characterization, and drive improvements in test coverage, engineering rigor, and design robustness.

Requirements

Minimum of 8 years of experience in test engineering, design verification, or electrical validation
Deep understanding of electronics and PCBA-level verification testing, including power, signal integrity, and sensor interfaces with a strong preference for experience with EtherCAT architecture
Experience validating battery systems, power distribution, and safety-critical electrical subsystems
Familiarity with sensor verification (cameras, LiDAR, IMUs) and performance characterization
Proficiency with lab tools such as oscilloscopes,sensors, logic analyzers, DAQs, power supplies, and environmental test equipment
Proficiency in python scripting for test automation
Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills, with the ability to translate test results into clear design feedback
Exceptional communication and collaboration abilities, capable of driving alignment and leading technical discussions across multidisciplinary teams and supplier partners
Demonstrated ability to execute effectively and drive results in dynamic, highly ambiguous environments.
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or a related field (Master’s preferred)

Nice To Haves

Strong preference for experience in robotics, autonomous vehicles, aerospace, or other complex hardware systems

Responsibilities

Own the design verification strategy for Torso electrical subsystems and components, including PCBAs, batteries, sensors, and power electronics
Define verification plans, coverage goals, and test protocols across the product development lifecycle
Partner with hardware design, systems engineering, and analysis teams to ensure requirements, testability, and verification readiness are addressed early in development
Maintain clear end-to-end traceability from subsystem requirements through test execution and results
Develop and execute subsystem-level characterization and design verification testing for torso electronics
Design automated, repeatable test setups for cameras, LiDAR, battery packs, power distribution, and control electronics
Build test scripts, tooling, and diagnostics to improve efficiency, repeatability, and data quality
Lead investigation of verification test failures and nonconformances, driving root cause identification and corrective actions in partnership with design teams
Identify gaps in verification coverage and implement improvements in test infrastructure, processes, and standards
Document test methods, results, and best practices to scale learning across future development cycles
Mentor junior engineers and foster a culture of strong engineering rigor, execution, and continuous improvement

Benefits

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).
Exempt Employees: Flexible, unlimited PTO and 10 company holidays, including a winter shutdown.
Non-Exempt Employees: 10 vacation days, paid sick leave, and 10 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.